This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally honors and congratulates Jamar Livingston, a basketball player at Walters State Community College, for being named to the All-TCCAA First Team. The resolution recognizes his athletic achievements, including ranking fourth in the conference in points per game, and acknowledges his character as a student athlete. It does not create any new laws or change existing policies but serves as a ceremonial gesture to celebrate his accomplishments. The resolution will be presented to Livingston as a formal commendation from the Tennessee General Assembly.
This Senate Joint Resolution honors Jerry Kirk for his forty years of dedicated service to Tennessee's cooperative communications industry. The measure formally recognizes his career as editor of The Tennessee Cooperator and The Tennessee Magazine, highlighting his contributions to informing and connecting rural communities across the state. It acknowledges his professional achievements, including receiving the James B. Walker Cooperative Spirit Award in 2012, and notes his continued involvement in cooperative leadership after retirement. The resolution serves as a commemorative tribute rather than establishing new laws or policies.
This Tennessee Senate Joint Resolution honors Master Sergeant Roderick "Roddie" W. Edmonds, a World War II veteran who was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions as a prisoner of war. The resolution recognizes Edmonds' leadership in December 1944 when he refused to identify Jewish-American prisoners to Nazi commanders, an act that saved over 200 soldiers from deportation to concentration camps. This commemorative measure formally acknowledges Edmonds' extraordinary courage and moral character, noting he is one of only five Americans recognized as Righteous Among the Nations and the sole recipient of both that honor and the Medal of Honor. The resolution serves to publicly recognize Edmonds' legacy and the values he represented during his service.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally honors Evan Sims, the 2026 Salutatorian of West Creek High School in Tennessee. The resolution recognizes his academic achievements, including an exemplary grade point average and participation in extracurricular activities during his high school career. It directs the state to prepare and present a copy of the resolution to Mr. Sims as a commemorative gesture. The measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official expression of appreciation for his accomplishments.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally honors Jillian Claire Smart, the 2026 Valedictorian of Rossview High School, for her academic achievements. The resolution commends her for earning an exemplary grade point average while participating in extracurricular activities and recognizes her as a top student in Tennessee. It directs the General Assembly to present a copy of the resolution to Ms. Smart as a gesture of appreciation for her academic success. The measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of her accomplishment.
This legislative bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally honors Elizabeth Fay, the 2026 Valedictorian of Kirkwood High School. The resolution recognizes her academic excellence and high school achievements, including her exemplary grade point average and participation in extracurricular activities. It directs the General Assembly to commend her accomplishment and extend best wishes for her future success. The bill is ceremonial in nature and does not create new laws or policy changes.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally honors and commends the South Greene High School yearbook staff for their recent awards at the Tennessee High School Press Association ceremony. The resolution recognizes the team's achievements, including their yearbook being named an All-Tennessee Yearbook and winning third place for Best Yearbook Overall, as well as individual honors for several students. It serves as an official acknowledgment of the students' work in photography, writing, design, and storytelling, expressing the General Assembly's pride in their accomplishments.
This bill honors Caroline Annalise Watts, the 2026 Valedictorian of Clarksville High School, by formally recognizing her academic achievement. The resolution commends her outstanding performance, high grade point average, and participation in extracurricular activities. It directs the General Assembly to present a copy of the resolution to Ms. Watts as a gesture of appreciation for her accomplishments. This type of legislative action is ceremonial and does not change laws or policies.
This Senate Joint Resolution honors Kennedi Winbush, a track athlete from Tennessee Technological University, for her achievements as an OVC indoor track champion and OVC Freshman of the Year. The resolution recognizes her specific accomplishments, including winning the 60-meter event with a time of 7.51 seconds and earning third place in the 200-meter race at the OVC Indoor Championships. This legislative action serves as a formal commendation of her athletic success and character, presenting a copy of the resolution to her for presentation purposes. The measure does not create new laws or policies but instead acknowledges her contributions to Tennessee athletics and her university.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally honors and congratulates Wyatt Epley, an 11-year-old student athlete from Newport Grammar School, for winning the Tennessee AAU wrestling championship in the 12-and-under, 140-pound weight class. The resolution recognizes Epley's athletic achievements, including his gold medal performance at the Williamson County Ag Expo Park, and acknowledges the support of his family during his competition journey. As a commemorative measure, the General Assembly extends official congratulations and wishes for Epley's future success without creating any new laws or policy changes.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally commends Alaya Fuqua for her exemplary service as a legislative intern for Senator Shane Reeves during the 2026 session. The resolution recognizes her academic achievements at Middle Tennessee State University and acknowledges her dedication, insight, and decorum in assisting the General Assembly. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official recognition of her contributions and extends well wishes for her future success.
This Senate Joint Resolution honors Kassandra Dellinger, the 2026 Salutatorian of Northeast High School, for her academic excellence and community contributions. The bill formally recognizes her outstanding grade point average and dedication to education while she balances extracurricular activities. It directs the General Assembly to present a copy of the resolution to Ms. Dellinger as a gesture of commendation and support for her future endeavors.
