This Senate Joint Resolution (SJR 651) is a ceremonial resolution honoring Gary "Flash" Gordon for his volunteer work providing free home repairs to disabled and financially struggling residents in Tennessee for over five years. It directly recognizes Gordon's community service, which he performed without charging for his carpentry and plumbing expertise. The resolution, passed unanimously by the Tennessee General Assembly and signed by the Senate Speaker, serves only as a formal expression of appreciation with no policy impact or legal effect. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or change existing regulations.
SJR 673 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Brandy Rambo, a teacher at Hal Henard Elementary School in Greeneville City Schools, for being selected as the 2026 Teacher of the Year for Pre-K-4 grades. It recognizes her dedication to education, her impact on students, and her professional excellence through symbolic legislative acknowledgment. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it is purely a formal expression of appreciation from the Tennessee General Assembly. The resolution passed unanimously and was signed by both chambers in February 2026.
SJR 661 is a memorial resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor Kenneth Harlan Green, a former Daniel Boone High School football coach, history teacher, and assistant principal in Johnson City. The resolution commemorates his 29-year career in education and coaching, his community service, and his legacy of integrity, while expressing condolences to his surviving family members. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes Green's contributions to education and his community.
SJR 691 is a memorial resolution honoring Robert Chris "Bob" Carroll, a Johnson City resident who served as a Carter County constable for over 50 years and held leadership roles in the Tennessee Constable Association. The resolution commemorates his decades of public service, including his work as a bus driver, community volunteer, and firefighter, while expressing condolences to his family. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is a ceremonial tribute to Carroll's life and contributions. The resolution was passed unanimously by both chambers of the Tennessee General Assembly.
Senate Joint Resolution 686 is a commemorative resolution honoring VFW Post 5150 of Loudon, Tennessee, for its 80th anniversary. It recognizes the post's 80 years of service to veterans, their families, and communities, aligning with the Veterans of Foreign Wars' broader mission to support veterans and advocate for their needs. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation passed unanimously by the Tennessee General Assembly.
SJR 687 is a ceremonial resolution honoring WIN Learning for its 30th anniversary. It commends the company for providing career readiness education to over 10 million learners worldwide through partnerships with schools and workforce programs. The resolution recognizes WIN Learning's role in connecting education to employment, without creating any new laws or policy changes. It was unanimously passed by Tennessee's legislature in February 2026 and is now awaiting the Governor's signature as a formal tribute.
SJR 674 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Wendy Hansard, a Greeneville Middle School teacher selected as Greeneville City Schools' Teacher of the Year for Grades 5-8. It formally recognizes her dedication, professional excellence, and positive impact on students in the Greeneville City Schools district. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it simply expresses legislative appreciation for her work. It was passed unanimously by both chambers and is now awaiting the Governor's signature.
SJR 680 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Will Johnson, a student at Chuckey-Doak High School in Tennessee, for being named to the All-Region 1-3A Academic Team. It recognizes his academic achievements alongside athletic involvement, stating he "epitomizes all that is good in today's student athlete." The resolution has no policy impact - it is a symbolic gesture of praise from the Tennessee General Assembly with no binding effect or direct impact on laws or regulations. It passed unanimously in both chambers and is now awaiting the Governor's formal acknowledgment.
This resolution (SJR 671) honors Dr. Lana Luttrell, principal of Tusculum View Elementary School in Greeneville City Schools, for being named Principal of the Year. It recognizes her dedication to student success, academic excellence, and community collaboration in Greeneville. The Tennessee General Assembly unanimously passed the resolution to commend her service and leadership, with both chambers voting 92-0 in favor. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new law but formally acknowledges her professional achievements.
SJR 655 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Wade Davies, the 2025-2026 President of the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (TACDL). It formally commends his 30+ years of criminal defense work, leadership in the TACDL (Tennessee's oldest criminal defense bar association), and professional achievements, including his role as a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely expresses legislative recognition of Davies' service to the legal profession. It passed unanimously in both chambers and is now awaiting the Governor's signature.
SJR 676 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Jessica Howard for being named the 2025 Silver Angels Champion. It honors her work with Silver Angels, a Tennessee organization providing non-medical in-home care for seniors, and highlights her 2023 and 2025 awards for leadership and embodying the group's core values. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely offers symbolic recognition through a formal commendation by the Tennessee General Assembly. It passed unanimously in both chambers and was transmitted to the governor for signature.
SJR 669 is a resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor the late Thomas Dexter Justis, a civil engineer and public servant who dedicated nearly 25 years to the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT). It commemorates his leadership as Region 1 Director overseeing transportation operations across 24 East Tennessee counties and his career spanning roles like District Operations Engineer and Project Supervisor. The resolution expresses the legislature's condolences to his family and recognizes his legacy of integrity, public service, and mentorship in the transportation sector.
