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TN SJR0019 is a senate bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Raumesh Akbari (D), currently “Passed” since February 10, 2025.
We track 9,160 Tennessee bills this session, 237 of them sponsored by Raumesh Akbari.
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The bill SJR0019 recognizes Victoria Eady Butler of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey for her achievements as the first Black female master blender. The sponsor, Raumesh Akbari, has personal financial interests primarily in the legal field and various organizations, but there are no direct overlaps with the whiskey industry or the arts and culture sector that the bill addresses. Akbari's roles as an attorney and board member do not suggest any personal financial gain from the recognition of Butler, as the bill does not propose any financial incentives or regulations that would affect Akbari's interests. Therefore, the potential for conflict of interest is minimal.
Unlike federal analysis based on campaign donations, state analysis examines legislators' personal financial interests — their jobs, businesses, and investments.
| Type | Description | Industry | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupation | Attorney | Lawyers/Law Firms | AI-researched |
| Employer | Self-employed at Akbari Law | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Board Member | Board member of the National Black Caucus of State Legislators | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | AKBARI CORPORATION | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | DELIVER THE AMERICAN DREAM | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Occupation | Law, HAIR, COSMETOLOGY, BEAUTY, PUBLIC POLICY | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | Leadership PAC: AKBARI PAC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
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About This Analysis
This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Tennessee General Assembly. Conflict analysis examines the sponsor's personal financial interests for potential overlaps with the bill's subject matter.
What is the status of TN SJR0019?
TN SJR0019 is currently “Passed” in the Tennessee legislature.
Who sponsored TN SJR0019?
Raumesh Akbari (D) sponsored TN SJR0019.
