TN SJR0426

A RESOLUTION to honor Susan Long, 2025 Professional Award recipient of the John J. Duncan Sr. Award for Senior Advocacy.

Passed Senate Becky Massey (R)
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At a Glance

TN SJR0426 is a senate bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Becky Massey (R), currently “Passed” since May 1, 2025.

We track 9,160 Tennessee bills this session, 184 of them sponsored by Becky Massey.

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Conflict of Interest Analysis Personal Interests
3/10
Risk Level
Medium
Policy Area
Social Welfare
Industry Overlap
0%
Personal Conflicts
1 found

The bill SJR0426 is a resolution honoring Susan Long for her contributions to senior advocacy, which aligns with social welfare initiatives. Becky Massey, the sponsor, serves on the University of Tennessee College of Nursing Advisor Board, which may have interests in the welfare of seniors, particularly in healthcare education and advocacy. While this connection indicates a potential alignment with the bill's focus on senior advocacy, it is indirect as the resolution does not propose specific legislation that would financially benefit her interests directly. The resolution is more of a recognition than a legislative action that would create a financial impact.

However, Massey's role in the University of Tennessee College of Nursing could suggest a vested interest in promoting initiatives that support the nursing profession and healthcare services for seniors. This could lead to a perception of conflict, as her position may influence her advocacy for policies that benefit her affiliated institution. Overall, while there is some overlap, the nature of the resolution limits the potential for significant personal financial gain.

Sponsor's Personal Financial Interests

Unlike federal analysis based on campaign donations, state analysis examines legislators' personal financial interests — their jobs, businesses, and investments.

Type Description Industry Source
Occupation Executive Director of Sertoma Center — TN Legislature bio
Employer Sertoma Center — TN Legislature bio
Board Member Board Member of Knoxville Chamber — AI-researched
Spouse Employer Owner of Massey Electric Company — AI-researched
Employer SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION — TN Ethics Commission
Spouse Employer TAX FREE MUNICIPAL BONDS — TN Ethics Commission
Employer VISION FINANCIAL — TN Ethics Commission
Spouse Employer MORGAN STANLEY-IRA DISTRIBUTION Securities & Investment TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner TENOVA HEALTCARE BOARD OF DIRECTORS from Jan 2021 to current — TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE COLLEGE OF NURSING ADVISOR BOARD from Jan 2020 to current Education TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner HABITAT OF TENNESSEE BOARD OF DIRECTORS from Jan 2021 to current — TN Ethics Commission
Asset ALLIANCE LIFE ANNUITY — TN Ethics Commission
Asset 3I GROUP PLC — TN Ethics Commission
Asset AMAZON Electronics Manufacturing TN Ethics Commission
Asset APPLOVIN CORP — TN Ethics Commission
Asset TAIWAN SEIMICONDUCTOR CORP — TN Ethics Commission
Asset LIGHTSTONE VALUE — TN Ethics Commission
Asset CNL HEATHCARE — TN Ethics Commission
Asset MASTERCARD INC — TN Ethics Commission
Asset APPLE INC Electronics Manufacturing TN Ethics Commission
Asset ISHARES RUSSEL 1000 — TN Ethics Commission
Asset VANGUARD MIDCAP Securities & Investment TN Ethics Commission
Asset VANGUARD INT MID Securities & Investment TN Ethics Commission
Asset J P MORGAN EQUITY — TN Ethics Commission
Asset VANGUARD REAL ESTATE Securities & Investment TN Ethics Commission
Asset AB H/I MUNI — TN Ethics Commission
Asset AMERICAN BALANCED — TN Ethics Commission
Asset CLEARBRIDGE INTL GROWTH — TN Ethics Commission
Asset JANUS HENDERSON — TN Ethics Commission
Asset J P MORGAN HEDGED — TN Ethics Commission
Asset LORD ABBETT — TN Ethics Commission
Asset NUVEEN ALL AMERICAN MUNIT — TN Ethics Commission
Asset THORNBURG STRATEGIC — TN Ethics Commission
Asset BAE SYS PLC — TN Ethics Commission
Asset CORNING INC COM — TN Ethics Commission
Asset ROLL ROYCE HOLDINGS — TN Ethics Commission
Asset SAAB AB ADR — TN Ethics Commission
Asset SIEMENS ENERGY AG — TN Ethics Commission
Asset TENCENT HLDGS — TN Ethics Commission
Asset WESTERN DIGITAL CORP — TN Ethics Commission
Asset ALPHABET INC Electronics Manufacturing TN Ethics Commission
Asset WABTEC COM — TN Ethics Commission
Asset AMERICAN EXPRESS — TN Ethics Commission
Asset FEDERAL HOME LOAN MTG — TN Ethics Commission
Asset FLEX LTD ORD — TN Ethics Commission
Asset FNMA GTD MTG PASSTHRU — TN Ethics Commission
Asset ALLIANT ENERGY CORP — TN Ethics Commission
Asset FERGUSON ENTERPRISES — TN Ethics Commission
Asset TELDYNE TECHNOLOGIES — TN Ethics Commission
Asset Leadership PAC: BECPAC — 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.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the status of TN SJR0426?

TN SJR0426 is currently “Passed” in the Tennessee legislature.

Who sponsored TN SJR0426?

Becky Massey (R) sponsored TN SJR0426.