Dolly Parton could soon have major airport named in her honor after unanimous vote

The decision on the final name is still to come. 

"While a final name has not yet been determined, we are working closely with the appropriate parties to thoughtfully determine how Dolly Parton's name and legacy will be incorporated," the airport authority said.

Officials stressed that the vote marks only the beginning of the process  with more details expected in the coming months.

"This vote represents the first step in a multifaceted process," the airport authority said. "In the coming months, we anticipate having more definitive plans to share regarding the next steps and implementation."

Lee said at the time that he had spoken with Parton's team about the proposal and that her representatives were appreciative of the support and open to further discussions.

The effort also gained significant public support, with a petition calling for the airport to be renamed "Dolly Parton International Airport" drawing more than 155,000 verified signatures at the time of Fox News Digital's previous report.

The singer had previously resisted another effort to formally honor her in her home state.

"I am honored and humbled by their intention, but I have asked the leaders of the state legislature to remove the bill from any and all consideration," Parton said at the time.

She did, however, leave open the possibility of such an honor in the future.

"I hope, though, that somewhere down the road, several years from now or perhaps after I'm gone, if you still feel I deserve it, then I'm certain I will stand proud in our great state Capitol as a grateful Tennessean."

Jasmine Baeher of Fox News Digital contributed reporting.