This bill honors Savannah Bowman, a middle school teacher at Upperman Middle School in Putnam County, Tennessee, for being named Teacher of the Year. It formally recognizes her dedication to education and her positive impact on students by having the state legislature commend her service. The resolution does not change laws or policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of her professional achievement.
This bill is a joint resolution that formally commends Samara Young for her outstanding service as a legislative intern for Senator Jack Johnson during the 2026 session. It recognizes her academic achievements at Lipscomb University and her dedication to the legislative process while working on Capitol Hill. The resolution expresses appreciation for her work and extends good wishes for her future success, but it does not create any new laws or change existing policies.
This Senate Joint Resolution honors Pazley G. Rose, the 2026 valedictorian of Hardin County High School, for her academic excellence and community pride. The bill formally commends her outstanding achievement and expresses the General Assembly's support for her future success. It directs the preparation of a copy of the resolution for presentation to the student, without specific legislative designations. This measure is a ceremonial recognition rather than a policy change, affecting only the individual being honored.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally honors Barry Crews of Waynesboro, Tennessee, for being named the 2025 Master Logger of the Year by the Tennessee Forestry Association. The resolution recognizes Crews's long-standing leadership in the logging and sawmill industry, his family's multi-generational business history, and his contributions to job creation and community support. It does not create new laws or change any policies but serves as an official public acknowledgment of his achievements and service to the state. The resolution is ceremonial in nature and has no legal effect beyond expressing appreciation from the Tennessee legislature.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally honors Teri Dockery, a teacher at Smith County High School, for being selected as the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year. The resolution recognizes her dedication to education and her positive impact on students, commending her professional expertise and personal excellence. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of her achievement. The document will be presented to Teri Dockery as a certificate of recognition.
This joint resolution honors the memory of Richard "Pierce" Dodson, a public servant and pastor from Wilson County who passed away. The bill formally acknowledges his contributions to ministry, education, and community service throughout his life. It expresses the General Assembly's sympathy to his family and friends while authorizing the presentation of a copy of the resolution to the Dodson family. The document serves as a commemorative tribute rather than establishing new laws or policies.
This Senate Joint Resolution honors Herbert "Buddy" Mayes for his induction into the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tennessee Hall of Fame. The bill formally recognizes his 48 years of service to the Boys & Girls Club of Morristown, where he held leadership roles and helped establish major fundraising events. It also acknowledges his broader community contributions through various boards and organizations, as well as his family legacy in the funeral service profession. The resolution is a commemorative measure that does not create new laws or change existing policies.
This bill honors James Webb, a seventh-grade student at Newport Grammar School, for winning first place in the National Geographic Bee. It formally recognizes his academic achievement in geography and expresses congratulations on his success in the competition. The resolution serves as a public acknowledgment of his accomplishment rather than creating new laws or changing policies.
This bill honors Rustin Jones, an eighth-grade social studies teacher and soccer coach at Greeneville Middle School in Tennessee, for receiving the 2026 Social Studies School Service Civil Rights/Civil Liberties Excellence in Teaching Award. The resolution formally recognizes his dedication to teaching students about civil rights and civil liberties, his role in inspiring informed civic action, and his overall commitment to quality education. The document serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a policy change, with no new laws or regulations being enacted.
This bill is a joint resolution that honors Taylor Key, a high school teacher at Upperman High School in Putnam County, Tennessee, for being named the Putnam County Schools High School Teacher of the Year. The resolution formally recognizes her professional achievements and dedication to education, praising her work in motivating students and serving as a positive role model. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as an official commendation from the Tennessee General Assembly to acknowledge her contributions to teaching.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally commends Alexandria Tetterton for her service as a legislative intern to Senator Bill Powers. The resolution recognizes her professional work, academic achievements at Austin Peay State University, and various campus leadership roles. It does not create new laws or policy changes but serves as an official acknowledgment of her contributions during the 2026 legislative session. The document was signed by state officials and transmitted to the Governor for final approval.
This Senate Joint Resolution 926 formally recognizes and honors The Brown Four, a singing group from Memphis consisting of four siblings aged ten to fourteen. The bill acknowledges their musical journey, which began in 2019 and gained national attention through a viral video in 2021, leading to performances on television shows in 2025. The resolution serves as a ceremonial gesture to celebrate their talent and achievements without creating any new laws or changing government policies. It is a commemorative measure that expresses appreciation for the group's contributions to music and their future potential.
