HJR 993 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Cinco de Mayo, a Nashville restaurant on Old Hickory Boulevard and Franklin Pike. It recognizes the business for serving authentic Mexican cuisine since 2000, highlighting its use of fresh ingredients, quality service under manager Roberto Carrero, and contribution to Middle Tennessee. The resolution formally "honor[s] and recognize the owners and employees" through a non-binding expression of appreciation from the Tennessee General Assembly. As a symbolic gesture (not a policy change), it has no legal effect or direct impact on regulations, funding, or the public.
HJR 953 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Nora Kate Butt, the 2026 Salutatorian of Santa Fe Unit School in Tennessee. It formally recognizes her academic achievements, including her high GPA and extracurricular involvement, through a vote of the Tennessee General Assembly. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it solely expresses commendation and pride in her accomplishments. It was passed by both legislative chambers and transmitted to the Governor for formal acknowledgment.
This House Joint Resolution (HJR 921) is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Page High School girls' golf team for winning the 2025 TSSAA Division I, Class AA state championship. It specifically recognizes the team members (Brooke Bennett, Shashe Ekker, Stella Edwards, Elizabeth McCann), head coach Jamie Eickhoff, and their achievement of capturing the title for the second consecutive year. The resolution formally "honors and congratulates" the team and their coach, with no policy changes or financial impact - only a symbolic gesture of recognition by the Tennessee General Assembly. As a commemorative resolution, it does not affect any laws or regulations.
House Joint Resolution 929 is a formal resolution recognizing Zoe Scheiderich as Miss Tennessee 2025. It commemorates her achievements as a community leader, student at Middle Tennessee State University, and her work with initiatives like Elevate: Empowering Girls and international efforts through Wings of Hope in Kenya. The resolution formally commends her for her dedication to service, scholarship, and her role as a community ambassador, without creating any new laws or affecting policy. It was passed unanimously by both chambers and is awaiting the governor's signature.
HJR 998 is a ceremonial resolution honoring St. Agnes Academy in Memphis for its 175th anniversary in 2026. It recognizes the school's founding in 1851 by Dominican Sisters, its historical resilience through events like the Civil War and yellow fever epidemics, and its status as Memphis' oldest continuously operating school. The resolution formally acknowledges these milestones without creating any new laws or policy changes.
HJR 951 is a symbolic resolution commending Brylie Blade, a 2026 Top Ten Senior at Santa Fe Unit School, for her academic achievements. It formally honors her high school accomplishments and expresses the Tennessee General Assembly’s admiration for her dedication. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely a ceremonial tribute with no direct effect on laws, regulations, or individuals beyond recognition. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new requirements or alter existing policies.
HJR 927 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor Mark Goins for his appointment as President of the National Association of State Election Directors (NASED) for 2026-2027. It recognizes his 17-year service as Tennessee's Coordinator of Elections, during which Tennessee achieved four consecutive national rankings for election integrity. The resolution formally commends his leadership in advancing secure and accessible election administration, including implementing photo ID requirements, anti-hacking statutes, and online voter registration. This is a non-binding tribute with no policy changes or direct impact on voters or legislation.
HJR 946 is a ceremonial joint resolution honoring Allora Collier, a 2026 Top Ten Senior at Santa Fe Unit School in Tennessee. It recognizes her academic achievements, including her high GPA and extracurricular involvement, through formal commendation by the Tennessee General Assembly. The resolution contains no policy changes or legal requirements - it simply expresses the Assembly’s praise for her accomplishments. As a commemorative measure, it directly affects only the named student, Allora Collier, by formally acknowledging her academic success. The resolution was approved by both legislative chambers and sent to the Governor for signature.
HJR 949 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Todd Anderson, a 2026 Top Ten Senior at Santa Fe Unit School in Tennessee. It commends his academic achievements, including his high grade point average and participation in extracurricular activities. The resolution does not create new laws or affect policies - it is purely symbolic, expressing the General Assembly's recognition of his accomplishments. It directly affects Todd Anderson by formally acknowledging his academic success through a legislative tribute. No concrete policy changes or mechanisms are involved, as this is a standard commemorative resolution.
HJR 956 is a symbolic resolution honoring Dr. Brooke Spivey Burress, a McKenzie optometrist named "Young Optometrist of the Year" by the Tennessee Association of Optometric Physicians in October 2025. It recognizes her professional achievements, family legacy in eye care at Spivey Eye Clinic, and community service in McKenzie, Tennessee. The resolution contains no policy changes or funding provisions - it merely expresses the General Assembly's commendation through a formal statement. As a procedural resolution, it does not affect laws, regulations, or individuals' rights. This is a ceremonial honor with no substantive legislative impact.
HJR 963 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Dr. Julie Aderhold Goodin, a longtime McMinn County educator and community leader who died in 2025. It commemorates her career as a teacher, coach, and later as McMinn County's first female Director of Schools, highlighting her educational achievements and service. The resolution expresses the General Assembly's condolences to her family and formally recognizes her legacy. As a memorial resolution, it has no legal effect or policy impact - it is purely symbolic.
HJR 924 is a joint resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor Clyde Victoria Staples on her 100th birthday. The resolution commemorates her life and achievements, including her 35+ years as a licensed practical nurse, involvement in civil rights activities in Memphis during the 1960s, and her role as a family matriarch with 9 children and extensive descendants. This commemorative resolution does not create any new laws or policy changes - it is a symbolic gesture of recognition with no direct legal effect on individuals or communities.
