A RESOLUTION to recognize Carolyn McMahan, Clerk and Master of the Sevier County Chancery Court, on the occasion of her retirement.
Summary
SJR0067 is a ceremonial joint resolution honoring Carolyn McMahan, the Clerk and Master of the Sevier County Chancery Court, on the occasion of her retirement. The resolution recites her long public career, noting more than forty years of service in the chancery court system, including twenty years as a deputy clerk before her appointment as Clerk and Master in 1983. It praises her diligence, patience, integrity, and commitment to public service, and extends the General Assembly’s best wishes for her retirement and future success.
The resolution does not create or amend any state law, alter court procedures, or appropriate funds. Its legal effect is limited to formal legislative recognition and the preparation of an official copy for presentation. As a commemorative measure, it primarily serves to place the legislature’s commendation into the public record and to honor an individual public servant and her service to Sevier County and Tennessee.
Impact
SJR0067 has no substantive impact on Tennessee statutes, regulations, or court operations. It is a non-binding honorary resolution that does not change the duties of the Clerk and Master office, affect the chancery court system, or impose obligations on any state or local agency. Its practical effect is limited to official recognition by the General Assembly and the creation of a ceremonial presentation copy.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the bill is strongly positive and unanimous. The resolution passed both chambers without opposition, including a 31-0 floor vote to adopt and a 92-0 consent calendar passage on third consideration. The voting history indicates broad bipartisan agreement and no recorded controversy, consistent with the bill’s honorary nature.
Contention
There is no notable policy contention in the available record. Because the resolution is purely commemorative, there were no committee disputes, amendments, or substantive objections reflected in the transcripts or votes. Any discussion would have centered on Ms. McMahan’s service and retirement rather than on legislative policy differences.