This legislative bill is a joint resolution honoring the memory of Gary Odom Roach, a retired educator from Sevierville, Tennessee. The measure formally recognizes his contributions to the community and his long career in public education, including his tenure as the longest-serving principal in Sevier County High School history. By passing this resolution, the General Assembly expresses its condolences to Roach's family and acknowledges his legacy of service.
House Joint Resolution 1456 honors Jaxon Kleparek, a student at DeKalb County High School, for being named a Top Ten Senior in the 2026 graduating class. This legislative resolution formally commends his academic achievements and extracurricular involvement while expressing good wishes for his future. The bill is a ceremonial measure that does not alter laws or policies but serves to recognize individual student success.
This bill honors Abi Alexander, a student from Cannon County High School, for being named a 2026 Top Ten Senior. It formally recognizes her academic achievements and extracurricular involvement during her high school career. The resolution commends her success and extends best wishes for her future, with a copy intended for presentation to the student.
This bill is a joint resolution honoring Emily Anderson, a student from DeKalb County High School, for being named a Top Ten Senior in the 2026 graduating class. The resolution formally commends her academic achievements and extracurricular involvement, acknowledging her high grade point average and dedication to excellence. It directs the General Assembly to present a copy of the resolution to Ms. Anderson as a gesture of recognition and support for her future endeavors.
This Tennessee House Joint Resolution formally recognizes Sarah Elizabeth Vincion Lewis for achieving perfect attendance over thirteen consecutive years of schooling. The bill commends her consistent record from elementary through high school at Thurman Francis Elementary, Stewart's Creek Middle, and Stewart's Creek High schools. It expresses official appreciation for her dedication and character while wishing her future success as she prepares to graduate in May 2026.
This bill honors Emily Manus, a student from Cannon County High School, by recognizing her as a 2026 Top Ten Senior. The resolution formally commends her academic achievements and extracurricular involvement, acknowledging her high grade point average and dedication to excellence. It directs the General Assembly to present a copy of this resolution to her as a gesture of appreciation for her accomplishments.
This legislative resolution honors Chief Sergeant-at-Arms Bobby Trotter on the occasion of his retirement from the Tennessee House of Representatives. It formally acknowledges his distinguished career, which includes roles in security for multiple governors and service as a state alderman. The document also recognizes his personal achievements, such as meeting historical figures and serving five U.S. presidents. Ultimately, the bill expresses the General Assembly's appreciation for his public service and wishes him well in his retirement.
This joint resolution honors Preston Hamby, a student from Cannon County High School, for being named a Top Ten Senior in the 2026 graduating class. The bill formally commends his academic achievements and extracurricular involvement, acknowledging his high grade point average and dedication to excellence. It directs the state to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to the student, excluding certain procedural language. The measure serves as a public recognition of his accomplishments rather than establishing new laws or policies.
This legislative resolution honors Lilly Fox, a student from DeKalb County High School, for being named a 2026 Top Ten Senior. The measure formally recognizes her academic achievements and extracurricular involvement, offering commendation and well wishes for her future. It does not alter any laws or policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of her accomplishments by the Tennessee General Assembly.
This Tennessee joint resolution officially recognizes May 2026 as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. The bill highlights statistics about asthma and food allergies in the United States and Tennessee, noting the significant impact on children and specific communities. It serves as a commemorative measure to raise awareness rather than implementing new laws or funding programs.
This joint resolution honors Amelia Gay, the 2026 valedictorian of Cannon County High School, for her academic excellence. It formally commends her outstanding grade point average and participation in extracurricular activities while expressing good wishes for her future. The resolution authorizes the preparation of a copy for presentation to the student and her family as a gesture of recognition from the Tennessee General Assembly.
This House Joint Resolution honors Leah Calcutt, a student at Fairview High School, for achieving a perfect score of 36 on the ACT exam in 2025. The measure formally commends her academic excellence and expresses appreciation for her dedication to learning and extracurricular activities. By passing this resolution, the Tennessee General Assembly acknowledges her specific accomplishment as a source of pride for her family, school, and community.
