SJR 1108 is a commemorative resolution that honors Rylan Kiser, a student at Dobyns-Bennett High School, for being named the 2026 Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kingsport Youth of the Year. The bill formally recognizes his six years of membership in the club and celebrates his achievements as an example of youth leadership and community service. This legislative action does not change laws or policies but serves to publicly acknowledge and commend Kiser's accomplishments.
This bill honors Dewey V. Woody, Jr. as he retires after more than four decades of public service in Tennessee. It recognizes his long career in fire protection, law enforcement, and emergency management, including roles as a fire chief and state emergency management official. The resolution formally acknowledges his contributions to public safety and wishes him a happy retirement. This is a commemorative measure that does not change any laws or policies.
This Senate Joint Resolution formally recognizes Laney Rogers, a Tennessee student who competed in the National FFA Nursery-Landscape Career Development Event. The bill acknowledges her achievements, including placing eighth in the national competition and second in individual applications. It authorizes officials to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to her as a commemorative honor.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally honors Kelly Bales for receiving the Governor's Volunteer Stars Award. It recognizes her specific contributions as a co-leader of a Girl Scout troop in Gatlinburg and celebrates her dedication to community service. The resolution does not change any laws or policies; instead, it serves as an official commendation from the Tennessee legislature.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally honors the memory of Captain Phillip Shelton, a retired firefighter from Bradley County. It recognizes his decades of service to various fire departments, including the Charleston Volunteer Fire Department and the Bradley County Fire and Rescue team, as well as his contributions as a community leader and family man. The resolution expresses the state legislature's condolences to his family and officially records his legacy of public service and personal integrity. Once signed into law, the document will be presented as a commemorative record to acknowledge his life and contributions.
This Senate Joint Resolution honors Rick Sexson for his many years of service at the Rutledge frame shop of Clayton Homes. The bill formally recognizes his contributions to building affordable housing and acknowledges the shop's closure after 42 years, noting that some employees were reassigned to a new facility. It is a commemorative measure that does not change laws or policies but instead expresses the state's appreciation for Sexson's work. The resolution was signed by the governor and is intended to be presented to him as a gesture of respect.
This legislative bill honors Dr. Alan Corley for receiving the 2026 Good Scout Award from Scouting America. The resolution recognizes his long-standing leadership in Greeneville and his contributions to youth development through Scouting. It specifically highlights his past achievements, such as organizing a conservation camporee and funding a Pinewood Derby racetrack for local scouts. The measure formally commends Dr. Corley for his community service and integrity, serving as a public acknowledgment of his efforts rather than changing any laws or policies.
This Senate Joint Resolution honors Aubri Whaley for being named the 2026 third-place winner in the statewide Boys & Girls Clubs of Tennessee Youth of the Year competition. The measure does not alter existing laws or policies but serves to formally recognize her achievements as a community leader. It instructs the state clerk to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to Whaley if she requests it.
This Senate Joint Resolution honors Lyra Bales for receiving the Governor's Volunteer Stars Award in Tennessee. It recognizes her volunteer service as a Girl Scout Senior, specifically highlighting her project focused on bat education and habitat preservation. The resolution directs that a copy of the document be presented to Bales upon request.
This House Joint Resolution formally commends Andrea Medina for her exemplary work as an intern with the University of Tennessee Division of Government Relations, Advocacy, and Economic Development. The measure highlights her academic achievements, leadership roles, and professional contributions during the 2026 legislative session. By passing this resolution, the Tennessee General Assembly recognizes her service and extends official congratulations to her.
This joint resolution honors Aaron Yates, a student from Cannon County High School, for being named a 2026 Top Ten Senior. The bill formally commends his academic achievements and expresses good wishes for his future success. It authorizes the creation of a copy of the resolution to be presented to Mr. Yates as a gesture of recognition.
This bill is a joint resolution that formally honors Alex Whiteside, a student from Forrest School, for being named a Top Ten Senior in the 2026 graduating class. The resolution recognizes her academic excellence, high grade point average, and participation in extracurricular activities as achievements worthy of commendation by the Tennessee General Assembly. It directs the state to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to the student, omitting certain procedural clauses from the official document. The measure is purely ceremonial and does not alter any laws or policies.
