TN SR0035Tennessee Senate Resolution 35 (SR0035) is a formal statement passed by the Tennessee Senate to honor and commend Kameron Whalum of Memphis for his achievements and contributions. The resolution was introduced by Senators Raumesh Akbari, Sara Kyle, and London Lamar, and it was unanimously adopted on March 13, 2025, with a 32-0 vote.
TN SR0035 is a senate bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Raumesh Akbari (D), currently “Passed” since March 13, 2025.
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The resolution received positive attention for recognizing the accomplishments of Kameron Whalum, a notable figure from Memphis. Media outlets highlighted the unanimous support from the Senate and the bipartisan nature of the commendation, emphasizing the state's commitment to honoring its distinguished citizens.
There was limited media coverage criticizing the resolution. However, some commentators suggested that while honoring individuals is important, the legislature should also focus on addressing pressing policy issues affecting the state.
The bill SR0035 is a resolution to honor and commend Kameron Whalum of Memphis, which primarily falls under the policy area of Arts, Culture, and Religion. The sponsor, Raumesh Akbari, has a background as an attorney and is self-employed at Akbari Law, but there are no direct overlaps between her personal financial interests and the subject matter of the bill. The resolution does not propose any financial implications or regulatory changes that would affect her legal practice or any of her business interests, including her involvement with the Akbari Corporation or Deliver the American Dream.
Given that the bill is largely ceremonial and does not involve any legislative action that could lead to personal financial gain for Akbari, the risk of conflict of interest is minimal. The absence of direct financial stakes in the arts or cultural sectors further supports the conclusion that there are no significant conflicts arising from her personal interests in relation to this bill.
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| 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 |
Items marked "AI-researched" are generated from public sources but have not been independently verified. Verified data is sourced from official legislature websites and disclosure filings.
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 does TN SR0035 do?
Tennessee Senate Resolution 35 (SR0035) is a formal statement passed by the Tennessee Senate to honor and commend Kameron Whalum of Memphis for his achievements and contributions. The resolution was introduced by Senators Raumesh Akbari, Sara Kyle, and London Lamar, and it was unanimously adopted on March 13, 2025, with a 32-0 vote.
What is the status of TN SR0035?
TN SR0035 is currently “Passed” in the Tennessee legislature.
Who sponsored TN SR0035?
Raumesh Akbari (D) sponsored TN SR0035.
