A RESOLUTION to honor the memory of David Roy Baldwin.
Summary
SJR 403 is a commemorative Senate Joint Resolution honoring the memory of David Roy Baldwin. The resolution describes Baldwin as a painter, craftsman, religious leader, and devoted servant to his community and faith. It recounts his life and work, including his ministry to people in prisons and nursing homes, his service as chair of the Trousdale County Republican Party, and his role on the Trousdale County Election Commission.
The resolution also highlights Baldwin’s family life, volunteer work, and personal interests, and it extends condolences to his wife, children, grandchildren, siblings, and friends. As is typical for a memorial resolution, it does not create new policy or regulate conduct; instead, it formally recognizes his life and contributions and directs that an appropriate copy be prepared for presentation.
Impact
This resolution has no direct effect on Tennessee statutes, regulations, or agency operations. Its legal impact is limited to an official legislative expression of respect and sympathy, with the customary instruction for preparing a presentation copy. The practical effect is symbolic, preserving the General Assembly’s recognition of Baldwin’s civic, religious, and family contributions.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the bill is uniformly positive and respectful. The floor votes were unanimous, with 32 yeas and 0 nays on adoption and 96 yeas and 0 nays on third consideration passage, indicating broad bipartisan support. The resolution’s tone is solemn and appreciative, emphasizing Baldwin’s service, faith, and community involvement.
Contention
There is no apparent substantive contention in the bill or the recorded votes. Because the measure is a memorial resolution rather than policy legislation, it does not present competing legal interests or policy tradeoffs. The only potentially notable political reference is the description of Baldwin’s role in local Republican Party leadership and election administration, but this is presented as part of his biography rather than as a disputed issue.