This legislative resolution honors Denise Balderas, the 2026 Salutatorian at Hunters Lane High School, for her academic excellence and community pride. The measure formally commends her outstanding grade point average and extracurricular involvement while wishing her well in her future endeavors. It does not alter any laws or policies but serves as an official recognition of her achievements by the Tennessee General Assembly.
This bill is a joint resolution that formally honors the memory of Patrick Henry Mann, Jr., a respected lawyer, businessman, and civic leader from Brownsville, Tennessee. The legislation acknowledges his significant contributions to his community, including restoring a historic schoolhouse, supporting local arts, and improving public spaces like the courthouse lawn and Tamm Park. By passing this resolution, the state legislature expresses its collective sympathy to Mann's family and recognizes his legacy of public service and personal integrity.
This bill is a memorial resolution honoring the life of R.L. McKinney, a deceased HVAC technician and community leader from East Tennessee. It formally acknowledges his service as a National Guard member, his long career with local schools, and his active roles in the Masonic Lodge and his church. The resolution expresses the legislature's sympathy to McKinney's family and directs the creation of a copy of the document for presentation to his relatives.
This legislative resolution honors Kayla Markwei, a student at Central Magnet High School, for being named the 2026 Youth of the Year by the Boys & Girls Club of Rutherford County. The document formally commends her eleven years of membership and recognizes her achievements in leadership, academics, and community service. It does not create any new laws or change existing policies but serves solely as an official record of appreciation from the Tennessee General Assembly.
Senate Joint Resolution 1126 formally honors Amarissa Jayne Grinder, a 2026 Top Ten Senior at Lewis County High School, for her academic achievements and leadership roles. The resolution commends her high grade point average, participation in extracurricular activities, and recognition as a top student in Tennessee. It also extends best wishes for her future studies in allied health science and music at Middle Tennessee State University. This legislative action serves as a public acknowledgment of her accomplishments rather than establishing new policy or laws.
Senate Joint Resolution 1155 formally honors Jayden Cole Cathey, the 2026 Valedictorian of McGavock High School, for his academic excellence. The resolution commends his high grade point average and participation in extracurricular activities, acknowledging his achievement as a source of pride for his family and community. This legislative action serves as an official commendation from the Tennessee General Assembly and does not alter any laws or policies.
This legislative resolution honors Clara Tanner, a student at Lewis County High School, for being named one of the Top Ten Seniors in the 2026 graduating class. The document formally commends her academic achievements, leadership roles in student clubs, and extracurricular activities such as softball and cheerleading. It also extends congratulations to her family and the school community on her success. The resolution is ceremonial and does not create any new laws or policy changes.
This Senate Joint Resolution honors the Bradley Central High School girls' basketball team for their achievements during the 2025-2026 season. It formally commends the players, coaches, and community supporters for winning district, regional, and sectional championships. The measure serves as a public acknowledgment of their athletic success and does not establish new laws or regulations.
This legislative resolution honors Geena Caprio, a graduating senior at Lewis County High School in Tennessee, for her designation as a 2026 Top Ten Senior. The bill formally acknowledges her academic achievements and extracurricular leadership, including her role as co-captain of the marching band. Additionally, it directs the state to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to Caprio and her family.
Senate Joint Resolution 1153 formally honors Hayden Elizabeth Seator, the 2026 valedictorian of James Lawson High School, for her academic excellence. The resolution commends her outstanding grade point average and participation in extracurricular activities while she was a student. This legislative action serves as a public recognition of her achievements and extends well-wishes for her future success.
Senate Joint Resolution 1157 formally honors Alberto R. Gonzales for his distinguished career in public service and the law. The resolution recognizes his extensive achievements, including his roles as U.S. Attorney General, Texas Secretary of State, dean of Belmont University College of Law, and his contributions to the Uniform Law Commission. This legislative action serves as a commemorative gesture to acknowledge his leadership and impact on legal education and government service, rather than establishing new laws or policies.
This legislative bill formally honors Xavier Wesley Shook, a student from Lewis County High School, for being named a Top Ten Senior in the 2026 graduating class. The resolution recognizes his high academic achievement, including an exemplary grade point average and participation in extracurricular activities like band and Boys State. It expresses the General Assembly's commendation of his success and extends best wishes for his future studies in psychology at Middle Tennessee State University. The document serves as an official record of recognition rather than a law that changes policy or affects public programs.
