This bill honors the Bartlett High School boys' basketball team for winning the 2026 TSSAA Division I, Class 4A state championship. It formally recognizes the team's achievement as the school's first state title in twenty-five years and acknowledges their individual and collective accomplishments throughout the season. The resolution specifically commends the players, coaches, families, and community for their dedication and success, and provides for the presentation of a copy of the resolution to the team.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally honors Tammy Leonard, a teacher at Fairview-Marguerite Elementary School in Hamblen County, for being selected as the February 2026 Teacher of the Month. The resolution recognizes her dedication to education and her positive influence on students, describing her as an inspirational educator who motivates learners to achieve their full potential. The document serves as an official commendation from the Tennessee General Assembly, acknowledging her professional excellence and commitment to public service. No new laws or policies are created by this measure; it functions solely as a ceremonial recognition of an individual's achievements.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that honors Charlie Becker, a college football player from Nashville, Tennessee, for his achievements with the Indiana University Hoosiers. The resolution recognizes Becker's role in helping his team win the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship, highlighting his contributions as a wide receiver and special teams player during the season. The document serves as a formal commendation rather than a law, and it does not create any new legal requirements or policy changes.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally honors the Gatlinburg-Pittman Junior High School Lady Highlanders girls' basketball team for winning the 2025-2026 TMSAA Class AA state championship. The resolution recognizes the team's 30-3 season, their 15-game winning streak, and their victories in district, regional, and sectional tournaments before defeating E.O. Coffman in the state final. It also acknowledges the coaching leadership of Alex Bowers and the support provided by the team's families and community members. This measure serves as a commemorative tribute rather than establishing new policies or regulations.
This Senate Joint Resolution honors the Erwin Utilities Authority in Unicoi County for receiving the 2025 Tennessee Center for Performance Excellence Level 4 Award. The resolution formally recognizes the utility's commitment to superior service and operational excellence as demonstrated through the nationally recognized Baldrige Excellence Framework. It does not change laws or create new policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the organization's achievements in safety, efficiency, and community service.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally recognizes Jeremiah James for earning the Eagle Scout rank in the Boy Scouts of America. It directly affects only this individual by honoring his achievement and service to his community. The resolution highlights his leadership role as Senior Patrol Leader and his Eagle project, which involved fundraising and building a gaga ball pit for Shafer Middle School. This is a commemorative measure that does not create new laws or policy changes, but rather serves to acknowledge personal accomplishment.
This Tennessee Senate Joint Resolution honors George McKeel on the occasion of his 100th birthday. The bill formally recognizes his service as a U.S. Navy veteran during World War II and his long-standing community involvement, particularly with the Cumberland County Elks Lodge. It directs the state to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to Mr. McKeel, with no changes to existing laws or government operations. The measure is a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a policy change.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally honors Shaniece Crowder, the 2026 Salutatorian of Kirkwood High School. The resolution acknowledges her academic excellence and extracurricular involvement during her high school career. It directs the state General Assembly to commend her achievement and present a copy of the resolution to her. This type of legislative action is ceremonial and does not create new laws or policies.
This bill honors Rune Horn, the 2026 valedictorian of Northeast High School, by formally recognizing his academic achievements. The resolution commends his outstanding grade point average and dedication to excellence while participating in extracurricular activities. It directs the state legislature to present a copy of the resolution to Horn as a gesture of appreciation for his accomplishments. The measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial tribute to a high school student's success.
This legislative bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally recognizes and honors Tennessee Supreme Court Justice Holly Kirby on the occasion of her retirement from the bench. The resolution acknowledges her distinguished 12-year tenure on the Tennessee Supreme Court, including her service as Chief Justice from 2023 to 2025, and highlights her career achievements such as becoming the first woman to serve on the Tennessee Court of Appeals and authoring over 1,000 judicial opinions. The bill does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial tribute to Justice Kirby's professional accomplishments and contributions to the state's judicial system.
This bill honors Marian Vanbelkum, the 2026 Valedictorian of Kenwood High School, by formally recognizing her academic achievement. The resolution commends her outstanding performance in the classroom and expresses support for her future success. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of her accomplishments. The bill is expected to be presented to the student as a gesture of appreciation from the Tennessee General Assembly.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally honors the memory of Shipp Robbley Weems, a legal professional and public servant from Dickson, Tennessee. The resolution recognizes his career achievements, including his role in establishing Tennessee's first public defenders program and his decades of service as a public defender for multiple counties. It also acknowledges the Weems-Rezapour Scholarship for Justice and Public Service, which was created by his daughter to continue his legacy of public service. The resolution expresses the General Assembly's gratitude for his contributions to justice and offers condolences to his family.
