This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (not a law), honoring the Elite Performance Foundation and its CEO, Randy Dixon, on their fifth anniversary. It recognizes the foundation's work teaching boxing to underprivileged youth in Memphis, promoting mental health, discipline, and fitness through community programs. The resolution has no policy impact or funding provisions - it simply offers formal commendation for the organization's community service.
This Senate Resolution (SR 131) is a ceremonial honor for Courtney Bingham, a systems operations analyst at Jackson Energy Authority and owner of Mimi's Boutique. It commends her for receiving the 2025 Sterling Award from the Jackson Area Business and Professional Women, recognizing her as one of West Tennessee's Most Influential Women. The resolution formally acknowledges her professional dedication, community leadership in Chester County, and contributions to Tennessee. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws, funding, or obligations.
SR 135 is a ceremonial Senate resolution commending Serena Prince for her service as a legislative intern working for Senator Janice Bowling during the 2025 legislative session. It recognizes her contributions to the legislative process, educational background, and prior work in political initiatives. As a non-binding resolution, it has no legal effect and does not create new policies or affect any laws or individuals beyond the symbolic recognition. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the Senate and signed by the Senate Speaker on April 24, 2025.
This Senate Resolution (SR 136) formally commends Destini Rainer for her exemplary service as a legislative intern for Senator Charlane Oliver during Tennessee's 2025 legislative session. The resolution highlights her academic work (double majoring in political science and English at Tennessee State University), extracurricular involvement, and contributions to legislative operations. As a commemorative resolution, it has no binding effect but serves to publicly recognize her efforts. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the Tennessee Senate on April 14, 2025, and signed by the Senate Speaker.
This Senate Resolution (SR 133) honors Justin Coleman for his appointment as director of the Selmer Utility Division. It recognizes his 20-year career with the utility division, including roles as a water crewman, gas crewman, and gas supervisor, and his upcoming responsibilities overseeing gas, water, and sewer services for over 8,000 Selmer customers. The resolution is purely ceremonial, extending congratulations and best wishes for his new role without creating any policy changes or affecting any laws. It directly affects Coleman as a personal tribute to his professional service.
This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (not a law) honoring Paramedic Mike Burdick for his 30-year career with Cumberland County EMS. It formally recognizes his service, professionalism, and dedication to community safety as he retires. The resolution expresses the Senate's commendation and extends best wishes for his retirement. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new policies or affect any laws or regulations. The resolution was unanimously adopted and signed by the Senate Speaker on April 24, 2025.
SR 137 is a ceremonial Senate resolution honoring Hancock County Hospital in Sneedville for its 20th anniversary. It recognizes the hospital's role as a critical-access facility providing emergency care, inpatient services, and specialized programs like Senior Life Solutions, along with its national awards for clinical quality. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but formally acknowledges the hospital's community impact through a symbolic gesture of appreciation. This is a standard commemorative resolution with no binding policy changes.
This Senate Resolution (SR 157) formally commends Owen Barnert for his service as a legislative intern working for Senator Bo Watson during the 2025 legislative session. It recognizes his contributions to the legislative process, academic achievements at Vanderbilt University, and exemplary conduct while supporting the General Assembly. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect policy.
This Senate Resolution (SR 143) is a symbolic tribute honoring The Arc of Cumberland County for its 50th anniversary. It recognizes the organization's five decades of providing community support, education, employment, and housing assistance to individuals with intellectual disabilities in Cumberland County, Tennessee. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it solely expresses legislative appreciation for the Arc's service to the community. (Adopted unanimously by the Tennessee Senate on April 17, 2025.)
This Senate Resolution (SR 130) formally honors Harriet Thompson, a Hardeman County judge and attorney, for being named a 2025 Sterling Award winner by the Jackson Area Business and Professional Women. It recognizes her service as a county court judge, city judge, and her designation as one of West Tennessee's "Most Influential Women." The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, expressing the Senate's commendation through a formal statement. It passed unanimously (32-0) and was signed by the Senate Speaker on April 24, 2025.
Senate Resolution 134 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Tennessee Senate to formally commend students from New Prospect Elementary School for their achievements at the Middle Schools SkillsUSA competition. It specifically recognizes 12 students who earned medals (gold, silver, or bronze) in categories like Community Service, Urban Search and Rescue, Engineering, and T-Shirt Design, along with a CPR demonstration award. The resolution honors their "aptitude and ambition" and extends "best wishes for continued success," with no policy changes or direct effects beyond symbolic recognition. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the Senate on April 14, 2025.
Senate Resolution 138 is a symbolic resolution commending Austin Parker for his service as a legislative intern assisting Senator Ferrell Haile during Tennessee's 2025 legislative session. It recognizes his academic achievements (political science major at Lipscomb University), professional internships (including with Massingill Attorneys and a Lex Fellowship in D.C.), community work (volunteering with Nashville Dolphins), and contributions to the legislative process. The resolution has no legal effect - it is purely a ceremonial honor expressing the Senate's appreciation for Parker's work. It passed unanimously (32-0) and was signed by the Senate Speaker on April 24, 2025.
