This bill is a House Joint Resolution that formally honors Mary Clement for her distinguished career and service to the State of Tennessee. It recognizes her contributions in various fields, including her role as Director of Consumer Affairs under Governor Phil Bredesen, her work in higher education at Cumberland University, and her leadership in historic preservation at the Clement Railroad Hotel Museum. The resolution serves as a public commendation of her civic engagement and legacy alongside her husband, former Congressman Robert Nelson Clement, without altering any laws or policies.
This bill is a House Joint Resolution that formally honors Dustin Frank, Brian Fernandez, Anthony Blackwell, and Terry McConkey for their heroic actions during an emergency at Kefauver Park. The resolution acknowledges how these individuals, including city employees, a bystander, and work-release inmates, rescued a city worker trapped under an overturned lawnmower in a pond. It recognizes their coordinated efforts to pull the victim from the water and perform CPR, which ultimately saved his life. The measure serves as an official commendation rather than changing laws or policies.
This bill honors Komatsu Chattanooga Manufacturing Operations for its 40th anniversary. It recognizes the company as Tennessee's first Japanese manufacturing plant and notes its community involvement and employee support. The resolution formally commends the business for its four decades of operation and wishes it continued success. No new laws or funding are created; the measure serves only as a ceremonial acknowledgment.
This bill is a House Joint Resolution that formally honors Isaiah Mitchell, the 2026 Salutatorian of South-Doyle High School, for his academic achievements. The resolution commends Mitchell for earning an exemplary grade point average while balancing his studies with participation in extracurricular activities. It expresses the General Assembly's pride in his accomplishments and extends best wishes for his future success. The bill is ceremonial in nature and does not create new laws or policies.
This joint resolution honors Giselle Cruz Cardoza, the 2026 Salutatorian of Powell High School, for her academic achievements. The bill formally commends her outstanding grade point average and participation in extracurricular activities while she was a student. It directs the General Assembly to present a copy of the resolution to her as a gesture of recognition.
This joint resolution honors Sophie Shoemake, the valedictorian of the 2026 graduating class at Gordonsville High School. The bill formally commends her academic excellence and extracurricular achievements, acknowledging her high grade point average and dedication to her studies. Upon passage, the General Assembly will present a copy of the resolution to Ms. Shoemake as a gesture of recognition and support for her future endeavors.
This joint resolution honors Hiba Shahbaz, the 2026 valedictorian of Hixson High School, for her academic excellence and community pride. It formally commends her outstanding achievements and wishes her well for her future. The document serves as an official record of recognition rather than a change to laws or policies.
This legislative resolution honors Emma R. Shelby, the 2026 Salutatorian at Hardin County High School, for her academic excellence. The bill formally commends her outstanding grade point average and balanced participation in extracurricular activities. It directs the General Assembly to present a copy of the resolution to her as a gesture of recognition and well wishes for her future.
This bill is a joint resolution that formally honors the memory of Deputy Landon Christopher Faulkner, a law enforcement officer with the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office who died in a traffic accident while on duty. The resolution acknowledges his service to the community and expresses condolences to his surviving family members, including his wife and four children. It does not create any new laws or change policies but serves as an official statement of respect and remembrance from the Tennessee General Assembly.
This legislative resolution honors Abby Lee Black, the 2026 valedictorian of East Ridge High School, for her academic achievements. The bill formally commends her outstanding grade point average and dedication to excellence during her high school career. It directs the state to prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to her as a gesture of recognition. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of her accomplishments.
This joint resolution honors Yahir Ozny Miranda Gonzalez, the 2026 Salutatorian of East Ridge High School, for his academic achievements. The bill formally commends him for his high grade point average and participation in extracurricular activities during his high school career. It directs the General Assembly to present a copy of the resolution to him as a gesture of recognition for his distinguished performance in the classroom.
This joint resolution honors Kacie Chiapperini, a senior at Gordonsville High School, for being named a Top Ten Senior in the 2026 graduating class. The bill formally recognizes her academic achievements and extracurricular involvement, commending her performance as a source of pride for her family, school, and community. Upon passage, the Tennessee General Assembly will present a copy of the resolution to Ms. Chiapperini as an official acknowledgment of her accomplishments.
