A RESOLUTION to honor and commend Deputy Chief Sam Hinson of the Sevierville Police Department on his thirty years of service.
Summary
SJR0176 is a ceremonial joint resolution honoring and commending Deputy Chief Sam Hinson of the Sevierville Police Department for thirty years of service. The resolution recounts his career progression from patrolman to detective, lieutenant, division captain, operations captain, and ultimately the department’s first deputy chief, emphasizing his role in the growth and development of the department and his contributions to public safety in Sevierville and Sevier County.
The measure does not create, amend, or repeal any state law, nor does it appropriate funds or alter criminal justice policy. Its legal effect is limited to expressing the General Assembly’s appreciation and directing that an appropriate copy be prepared for presentation. It is a commemorative resolution rather than substantive legislation, so it has no direct impact on statutes or regulated parties beyond the symbolic recognition it provides to Deputy Chief Hinson and the Sevierville Police Department.
Impact
SJR0176 has no substantive impact on Tennessee statutes, agency authority, or private rights. It is a ceremonial resolution that formally recognizes an individual law enforcement officer’s career and service, with the only operative provision being the preparation of a presentation copy. The bill affects no regulated class and does not change state law; its effect is purely honorary and symbolic.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the resolution is strongly positive and unanimous. The bill passed both chamber votes without opposition, including a 32-0 motion to adopt and a 94-0 consent calendar passage on third consideration. The text itself is laudatory, reflecting broad legislative approval of Deputy Chief Hinson’s service and of law enforcement contributions in the Sevierville area.
Contention
There is no notable contention in the available record. No committee transcripts are provided, and the recorded votes show no dissent. Because the resolution is honorary and noncontroversial, there are no apparent disagreements over policy, fiscal impact, or legal changes; support appears to be universal and focused on recognizing public service.