To Recognize The Honorable Stacey Zimmerman Upon The Occasion Of Her Retirement For Her Service To The State Of Arkansas.
Summary
House Resolution 1076 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Honorable Stacey Zimmerman upon her retirement from public service in Arkansas. The resolution recognizes her as the longest-serving juvenile judge in Madison County and Washington County and notes her 34 years of service to the state.
The resolution also recites her educational background and career history, including her law degrees from Texas Tech University and the University of Arkansas, her private practice in Fayetteville, her service as deputy prosecutor, special judge, volunteer attorney ad litem for children, and her election in 1998 as Circuit/Chancery Judge in the Juvenile Division of the Fourth Judicial Circuit. It further highlights her involvement in the Arkansas Bar Association, local bar leadership, juvenile justice advisory work, and other civic and professional activities.
Impact
HR1076 does not change Arkansas law or create any new legal obligations, rights, or appropriations. Its effect is purely commemorative: it formally expresses the House of Representatives’ appreciation for Judge Zimmerman’s service and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to her by the Chief Clerk. The resolution has no direct impact on statutes, agencies, courts, or regulated parties beyond the symbolic recognition it provides.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the resolution is strongly positive and respectful. The bill is framed as a tribute to a long-serving judge with extensive experience in juvenile law, public service, and professional leadership, and there is no indication of opposition or controversy. Because the measure is honorary rather than substantive, the available context suggests broad, routine support typical of recognition resolutions.
Contention
There is no notable policy contention in the text or available legislative context. The resolution is noncontroversial and ceremonial, so any discussion would likely focus only on the merits of honoring Judge Zimmerman’s career and the appropriateness of the recognition. No votes, amendments, or committee objections are provided in the record.
Designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 56130, carrying Pennsylvania Route 562 over Manatawny Creek in Amity Township, Berks County, as the PFC Travis C. Zimmerman Memorial Bridge.