This bill is a joint resolution that formally honors the memory of Charles Richard Riggs, a public servant and lifelong resident of the Dayton area. The resolution acknowledges his contributions to the community, his family values, and his dedication to public service, while offering condolences to his surviving family members. It does not change any laws or policies but serves as an official statement of respect from the Tennessee General Assembly. The document is intended to be presented as a commemorative tribute rather than a functional piece of legislation.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally honors the memory of Chief Freddie Joe Devotie, a retired fire chief from Jefferson City, Tennessee. It recognizes his thirty-eight-year career in the fire service, where he founded and led the Lakeway Central Volunteer Fire Department for over three decades, as well as his twenty-five years as a pastor. The resolution commends his leadership, community service, and faith, and expresses the state's sympathy to his surviving family members. Because this is a commemorative measure rather than a law creating new rules, it does not change any policies or affect public programs.
This legislative resolution formally recognizes Veterans Month in November 2026 to honor the service of Tennessee's veterans. It acknowledges the state's large veteran population, including those with service-connected disabilities, and highlights their contributions to the nation. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture of gratitude and remembrance. It directs the state to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation, omitting specific legislative designations.
This Senate Joint Resolution honors Michael Charles Webb on the occasion of his retirement from Fort Loudon Electric Cooperative. It formally recognizes his thirty-four years of service and leadership within the organization and the local community.
This legislative resolution honors Anna Christy Eiring for being named the 2026 Salutatorian at James Lawson High School. It formally commends her academic achievements and expresses the state's appreciation for her success in balancing high grades with extracurricular activities. The document serves as a public recognition of her accomplishments rather than creating new laws or changing policies.
This joint resolution honors Rosalie Clement, a fifth-grade student at McFadden School of Excellence in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, for her academic achievements and community involvement. The bill recognizes her 4.0 grade point average, participation in the National Beta Club and 4-H, and dedication to martial arts and volunteer service. By passing this resolution, the Tennessee General Assembly formally commends her efforts and extends best wishes for her future success. The document serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a policy change affecting broader populations.
This joint resolution officially commends Alvin Cole III for his exemplary service as a legislative intern assisting Senator Rusty Crowe during the 2026 session. The document highlights Cole's academic achievements, community involvement, and dedication to public service as reasons for the recognition. It does not alter any laws or policies but serves as a formal acknowledgment of his contributions to the General Assembly.
This joint resolution honors Saeed A. Negmatulin, the 2026 valedictorian of John Overton High School, for his academic excellence. The bill formally commends his outstanding performance, high grade point average, and participation in extracurricular activities. It directs the General Assembly to present a copy of the resolution to Mr. Negmatulin as a gesture of recognition. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of his achievement.
Senate Joint Resolution 1140 is a commemorative measure that formally recognizes Claire Yi, a student from Tusculum View Elementary School, for winning the 2025-2026 Tennessee Association of School Librarians Bookmark Contest. The resolution honors her first-place achievement in the intermediate division for a bookmark design centered on the theme of encouraging reading through school libraries. This legislative action does not create new laws or policies but serves to publicly commend Yi's creativity and dedication to reading promotion. The document will be prepared for presentation to the student as a gesture of appreciation from the state legislature.
This legislative resolution honors the Greeneville-Greene County Public Library for reaching its 50th anniversary at its current location on Main Street. The document formally acknowledges the library's history, including its 1908 establishment and the 1975 move to the new facility, which was funded partly by a significant community fundraising effort. It commends the library staff and patrons for their ongoing contributions to the community through access to both traditional and digital resources. This measure serves as a symbolic tribute rather than creating new laws or funding requirements.
This legislative resolution honors Addison Osborne, a senior at Lewis County High School, for being named one of the top ten students in her graduating class. It recognizes her academic achievements, including high grades in multiple subjects and professional licenses in healthcare fields, as well as her participation in extracurricular activities. The bill formally commends her success and expresses the General Assembly's best wishes for her future studies in nursing at the University of Tennessee at Martin.
This bill designates May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month in Tennessee to raise public understanding of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, a progressive and fatal neurodegenerative disease. The resolution highlights the disease's impact on patients and families, notes the lack of a known cure, and acknowledges the vital role of research and support organizations like the ALS Association. It serves as a commemorative measure to honor those affected by the disease and to encourage continued support for research and advocacy efforts.
