This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 142) honoring Alene Gracey, a Sparta resident, for celebrating her 100th birthday. It contains no policy changes or affected parties - only symbolic recognition of her life and contributions to Tennessee. The resolution formally congratulates her on this milestone and extends "best wishes for many happy returns of the day" from the Tennessee Senate. As a non-binding tribute, it has no legislative impact beyond the ceremonial acknowledgment.
Senate Resolution 132 (SR 132) is a ceremonial resolution honoring Fayette-Ware Comprehensive High School for winning the state championship in the USA Academic Decathlon. It recognizes the school's team scoring 26,066.29 points (Team 1) and 16,249.71 points (Team 2), securing their qualification for national competition in May 2025. The resolution specifically commends the students, coaches Bryan Banks and Patricia Mattila, and the school's academic program. As a procedural resolution, it has no binding effect but formally expresses legislative support for the achievement.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) recognizing Khadajah Kimbrough as the 77th Miss LeMoyne-Owen College for 2025-2026. It honors her role as a senior biology major and campus leader, highlighting her platform initiative "The R.O.S.E. That Grew From Concrete," which focuses on student voice, mental health awareness, and improving student-staff connections. The resolution expresses the Tennessee House's congratulations and best wishes for her leadership year, with no policy changes or funding mechanisms involved.
This Senate Resolution (SR 126) is a ceremonial honor recognizing Dade Hutchinson as the 2025 Valedictorian of Rossville Christian Academy. It commends his academic achievements and extracurricular involvement without creating any new laws or affecting policies. The resolution formally expresses the Tennessee Senate’s admiration for his accomplishments and extends well-wishes for his future. As a symbolic gesture, it has no binding effect on state law or any individuals beyond the expression of praise.
This Senate Resolution (SR 124) commends Natalie Pyron for her service as a legislative intern for Senator Todd Gardenhire during Tennessee's 2025 legislative session. It recognizes her academic work (history degree with political science minor at UTM), prior internships, and community involvement. The resolution formally honors her contributions to the legislative process but does not create any new laws or affect policy. It is a ceremonial recognition with no binding effect on state operations.
This Senate Resolution (SR 127) formally honors Jasper Clark, a Summertown Middle School student, for winning first place in the 2025 Lawrence County National Civics Bee Finals. The resolution recognizes his achievement in a competition where he proposed solutions to community issues and will advance to the Tennessee State Finals. It is a non-binding ceremonial resolution adopted unanimously by the Senate with no opposing votes.
Senate Resolution 120 is a non-binding resolution urging the Tennessee Supreme Court to take two specific actions. It requests the court draft and adopt formal codes of conduct for district attorneys general, district public defenders, and court clerks - officials currently lacking such rules. Additionally, it asks the court to form a panel to investigate recent misconduct complaints against three elected district attorneys general. The resolution does not create new laws but seeks to establish accountability mechanisms for these justice system roles.
This Senate Resolution (SR 125) formally honors Bryson Shivers, the 2025 salutatorian of Rossville Christian Academy, for his academic achievements. It commends his "exemplary grade point average," extracurricular involvement, and dedication to excellence, extending the Tennessee Senate’s "best wishes for a happy, successful future." As a symbolic resolution, it has no legal effect or policy impact - it simply recognizes an individual student’s accomplishments through a formal expression of respect from the Senate. The resolution passed unanimously and was signed by the Senate Speaker on April 23, 2025.
This Senate Resolution (SR 128) formally honors Kenlee McDonald, a middle school student from E.O. Coffman Middle School, for placing second in the 2025 Lawrence County Finals of the National Civics Bee. The resolution recognizes her achievement in a competition where students submitted essays on community issues and demonstrated civics knowledge. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect policies; it simply expresses the Tennessee Senate's commendation of McDonald's academic accomplishment and future potential.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a law), honoring Head Coach Jevonte Holmes for leading Elmore Park Middle School Eagles boys' basketball team to three consecutive undefeated state championships (2023-2025), including a 96-0 record over three seasons. It has no policy impact or binding effect - it simply expresses legislative recognition of his athletic achievements. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the Tennessee House of Representatives on April 21, 2025.
This House Resolution (HR 131) is a ceremonial honor for Assistant Coach Marcus Taylor of Elmore Park Middle School Eagles basketball team. It recognizes his leadership in guiding the team to three consecutive undefeated TMSAA Class AAA state championships (2023-2025), including a perfect 31-0 record in 2025 and a 96-0 overall record across the three-peat. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely symbolic, expressing legislative recognition without creating new laws or affecting any regulations. It directly honors Coach Taylor and the team's athletic achievements.
This is a commemorative resolution (HR 133), not a policy bill. It honors Assistant Coach Frankie Stinson for leading Elmore Park Middle School Eagles boys' basketball team to three consecutive TMSAA Class AAA state championships with perfect 31-0 records each season (totaling 96-0 during the three-peat). The Tennessee House of Representatives unanimously adopted the resolution to recognize his "inspired leadership" and the team's historic achievement.
