This bill is a House Joint Resolution that formally honors Dr. Christiane Buggs, executive director of Nashville PENCIL, for her work supporting Metro Nashville Public Schools. The resolution recognizes her long history with the district, including her service as a teacher, school board member, and board chair, alongside her current leadership in connecting community resources to help students succeed. It designates March 30, 2026, as the date to present this recognition and includes a ceremonial copy of the resolution for presentation to Dr. Buggs. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as a commemorative acknowledgment of her contributions to education in Tennessee.
This bill honors Emily Golden, a student from Hampshire Unit School, by recognizing her as a 2026 Top Ten Senior. The resolution formally commends her academic achievements and extracurricular involvement during her high school career. It directs the General Assembly to present a copy of the resolution to her as a gesture of appreciation. The measure is a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a policy change, requiring no new laws or regulations.
This Tennessee joint resolution formally recognizes the 150th anniversary of AT&T, commemorating the company's founding in 1876 and the historic first telephone call made by Alexander Graham Bell. The bill expresses appreciation for AT&T's contributions to telecommunications innovation and its role in providing connectivity across Tennessee over the past century and a half. It does not create new laws or regulations but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the company's historical significance and ongoing impact on communication infrastructure.
This bill is a joint resolution that formally honors Hamilton County Schools for receiving the Community Partner of the Year Award from the Chattanooga Police Department. The resolution recognizes the school district's long-standing collaboration with law enforcement, including the use of school resource officers and safety initiatives like "Handle with Care." It specifically highlights Hamilton County Schools' support of police staff by providing a clean, secure workspace when officers needed to vacate their own premises due to mold issues. The document serves as a public commendation without creating new laws, funding, or policy changes.
This bill is a joint resolution that formally honors and recognizes PENCIL, a nonprofit organization in Nashville that supports Metro Nashville Public Schools through community partnerships. The resolution acknowledges PENCIL's forty-four-year history of connecting schools with businesses, volunteers, and resources to help over 79,000 students, including specific programs like a free educator supply center and tutoring services. Passed unanimously by the House, the resolution expresses appreciation for PENCIL's staff and volunteers and designates March 30, 2026, as a day to celebrate their contributions to education in the Nashville community.
This bill is a joint resolution that formally honors the memory of William Samuel "W.S." Howard, Jr., and Mary Elizabeth "Tootsie" Howard, both longtime residents of Clifton, Tennessee. The resolution recognizes their lifelong contributions to their community through their work in the family grocery business, their civic service, and their active participation in local organizations. It expresses gratitude for their dedication to family, community, and the principles of integrity and service. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as an official state acknowledgment of their legacy.
This bill honors Clifford and Carol Ackerson by formally recognizing their receipt of the Chattanooga Police Department Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association Member of the Year award. The resolution acknowledges their active participation in the organization since graduating from the academy in 2017, including their consistent attendance at meetings, volunteer work at police events, and reliable response to volunteer calls. The bill directs that a copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation to the Ackersons, with the final clause omitted from the official version. This is a commemorative measure with no impact on laws, funding, or policy, serving only to publicly acknowledge the couple's contributions to community safety efforts.
This House Joint Resolution honors and commends the Auto Crimes Unit of the Chattanooga Police Department for receiving the Chief's Award. The resolution recognizes the unit's exceptional work in 2025, including handling over 400 cases and dismantling a large-scale organized auto theft ring involving more than 1,000 vehicles. It specifically acknowledges the contributions of Investigators Brian McClard, Kevin Orsburn, and Jamie Willis, along with Sergeant Randy Raulston, for their dedication and investigative integrity. The bill is a ceremonial recognition that does not create new laws or policy changes.
This bill is a House Joint Resolution that formally honors the memory of Nathan Dwain Clark, a deceased retail manager and community supporter from Clarksville, Tennessee. The resolution recognizes Clark's contributions to his community, including his support for military organizations and his receipt of honorary titles such as Tennessee Colonel Aide De Camp and Kentucky Colonel. It directs the General Assembly to record his legacy in the Congressional Record and extends condolences to his surviving family members. The measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as a commemorative gesture to acknowledge his life and service.
This bill is a House Joint Resolution honoring Rick Insell on the occasion of his retirement as the head coach of the Middle Tennessee State University women's basketball team. The resolution formally recognizes his forty-nine years of coaching success, including 505 wins at MTSU and over 1,200 total wins in his career, and celebrates his achievements such as leading the program to twenty conference championships and twenty-one consecutive postseason appearances. The text includes a copy of the resolution to be presented to Coach Insell as a tribute to his contributions to the sport and the university community.
This bill is a House Joint Resolution that formally honors and commends Daryl Slaughter, an investigator with the Chattanooga Police Department, for receiving the department's Investigator of the Year Award. The resolution recognizes his exceptional work in the Homicide Unit since 2016, highlighting his 93% clearance rate on 28 homicide cases and his role in securing a conviction in a 2020 double homicide. The measure also acknowledges his additional contributions to the department through volunteer work on the Hostage Negotiation Team and SWAT Team. This is a ceremonial resolution with no new laws or funding, serving only to publicly recognize Slaughter's achievements and service to the community.
This bill is a joint resolution that formally honors Sam Wofford, an IT Specialist and RTIC Technician for the Chattanooga Police Department, upon his receipt of the department's Professional Staff of the Year Award. The resolution recognizes Wofford's exceptional technical skills, dedication to public service, and positive contributions to the police department's operations. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as an official commendation from the Tennessee state legislature. The resolution will be presented to Wofford as a symbolic acknowledgment of his achievements.
