This is a commemorative resolution (SJR 732), not a policy bill. It formally honors Hunter Mathews, a football player from Gatlinburg-Pittman High School, for being named to the All-Region 1-3A first team. The resolution expresses the legislature's recognition of his athletic achievement and character, extending congratulations and well-wishes. It has no binding effect or policy changes - it simply serves as a symbolic tribute to a student athlete.
SJR 772 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Colby Cunningham, a Sevier County High School football player, for receiving an All-Region 1-5A honorable mention. It formally recognizes his athletic achievement and character as a student-athlete, expressing pride from Tennessee's legislature. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it is purely a symbolic gesture of commendation. This type of resolution does not affect laws, programs, or any group beyond the named individual.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SJR 740) honoring Brayden Maples, a high school football player from Gatlinburg-Pittman High School, for being named Region 1-3A Co-offensive Player of the Year. It formally recognizes his athletic achievements, including 1,271 rushing yards and being a Class 3A Mr. Football finalist, while highlighting his character as a student-athlete. The resolution has no policy impact or funding provisions - it solely offers ceremonial commendation. It was unanimously passed by both chambers and signed into effect on March 4, 2026.
SJR 745 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Cade Peterson, a high school football player from Unicoi County High School, for being named to the All-Region 1-3A second team. It does not create any new laws, policies, or financial obligations - it is solely a symbolic gesture of recognition by the Tennessee General Assembly. The resolution formally congratulates Peterson for his athletic achievements and character, extending "best wishes for much continued success." As a commemorative resolution, it affects no one through legal or financial means and serves only to publicly acknowledge an individual's accomplishment.
SJR 786 is a ceremonial resolution honoring John Mason, a Sevier County High School football player, for receiving an All-Region 1-5A honorable mention. It does not create any legal obligations or policy changes - it simply expresses legislative recognition of his athletic achievement and character. The resolution was unanimously passed by both chambers of the Tennessee General Assembly and signed into effect. As a commemorative measure, it directly affects only the recognition of one student-athlete, with no broader impact on laws or constituents.
SJR 804 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Trey Bailey, a Greeneville High School cross country athlete, for being named to the Tennessee Sports Writers Association's 2025 Class 2A All-State team. It recognizes his achievement as the Class 2A State meet champion with a time of 15:12:89, highlighting his sportsmanship and dedication. This resolution has no legal effect or policy impact - it simply offers symbolic recognition from the Tennessee General Assembly. It was unanimously passed by both chambers and signed into formality on March 4, 2026.
This ceremonial resolution (SJR 793) honors Eli Archer, a student at Morristown-Hamblen West High School, for being selected to the Tennessee Music Education Association's All-State choir. It directly recognizes his musical achievement and dedication, expressing the legislature's pride in his selection. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply offers formal commendation through a joint resolution passed unanimously by both chambers. It does not create new laws or affect any regulations.
SJR 701 is a ceremonial resolution congratulating the White County Fair and its board, staff, and volunteers for being named the 2026 "Champion of Champions Fair" by the Tennessee Association of Fairs. It recognizes the fair’s leadership, community involvement, and excellence in promoting local business, agriculture, and Tennessee culture. The resolution has no binding effect - it simply offers formal praise and does not create new laws or policies. It was unanimously passed by both chambers and signed into effect in March 2026.
SJR 707 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Battle Ground Academy girls' cross country team for winning the 2025 TSSAA Division II, Class A state championship - their first state title in school history. It directly recognizes the team members, coaches, and their achievement of winning Tennessee's state cross country title under Coach Luke Johnson. The resolution has no policy impact or funding provisions; it solely expresses legislative congratulations through a formal honor. This symbolic gesture was unanimously passed by both chambers and signed into effect.
SJR 724 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Anjrew Goins, a high school football player at Gatlinburg-Pittman High School, for being named to the All-Region 1-3A second team. It expresses the Tennessee General Assembly's recognition of his athletic achievement and character as a student-athlete. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it simply serves as a formal commendation from the legislature. This type of resolution is common for celebrating local student accomplishments without altering laws or funding.
SJR 712 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Independence High School boys' cross country team for winning the 2025 TSSAA Division I, Class AAA state championship - their first team title in school history. It specifically recognizes their regional championship win, individual runner-up finishes (including Asher Oates), and team placement of all seven runners in the top 35 at state finals. The resolution, passed unanimously by both chambers, serves only to formally congratulate the team and coach Luke Finley, with no legal effect or policy changes. It directly affects the team members, coaches, and school community through symbolic recognition. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or alter existing ones.
SJR 791 is a non-binding resolution honoring Joel Oliver, a student at Morristown-Hamblen West High School, for being selected to the Tennessee Music Education Association (TMEA) All-State choir. It formally congratulates him on this achievement and recognizes his dedication as a vocalist. The resolution, passed unanimously by the Tennessee legislature in March 2026, has no policy impact or funding provisions - it serves solely as a ceremonial recognition of his musical accomplishment. This type of resolution does not affect any laws or directly impact constituents beyond the named individual.
