This legislative resolution honors Klaire Davis, a teacher at Moore Elementary School in the Franklin Special School District, for her dedication to education and mentorship. The bill formally congratulates her on her service and recognizes her selection as a Tennessee Reward Schools Ambassador, an award given to top-performing educators who share best practices with other teachers. It also acknowledges her role in guiding new teachers and her receipt of the highest possible rating on state teacher evaluations. Ultimately, the resolution serves as an official commendation of her contributions to students and the community without altering any laws or policies.
This legislative resolution honors Jakiaus Cox, the 2026 valedictorian of Trezevant High School, for his outstanding academic performance. The bill formally commends his high grade point average and encourages his future success without creating new laws or funding. It is a ceremonial measure that results in a printed copy of the resolution being presented to the student as a symbol of recognition.
This bill honors Travis Collins, the 2026 Salutatorian of Douglass High School, for his academic achievements. It formally commends him for his high grade point average and participation in extracurricular activities during his high school career. The resolution expresses the General Assembly's pride in his success and wishes him well for his future.
This bill is a House Joint Resolution that formally honors Cade Reel, an eleven-year-old junior golfer from Dayton, Tennessee. It recognizes his achievement of finishing fifth in the Boys 10-11 division at the 2026 Drive, Chip, and Putt National Finals held at Augusta National Golf Club. The resolution serves as a commendation to the young athlete and does not create any new laws or change existing policies.
This House Joint Resolution honors Bailey Renee Keene, the 2026 Salutatorian of East Hamilton High School, for her academic achievements. The bill directs the Tennessee General Assembly to formally commend her performance and extend well wishes for her future. Additionally, it authorizes the preparation of a copy of the resolution for presentation to Ms. Keene upon her request.
This bill is a joint resolution that formally honors Riley Baker, a student at Frank Hughes School, for being named a 2026 Top Ten Senior. The measure commends Baker's academic success and extracurricular involvement, acknowledging his high grade point average and future potential. Upon passage, the resolution will be presented to Baker as an official recognition of his achievements.
House Joint Resolution 1434 honors Karyme Briones, the 2026 Salutatorian of Memphis Business Academy High School, for her academic achievements and community service. The resolution formally commends her for earning an exemplary grade point average while participating in extracurricular activities such as the National Honor Society and Student Government. It also recognizes her dedication to tutoring younger students and her plans to pursue political science and a career in law. This legislative measure serves as an official acknowledgment of her accomplishments and extends best wishes for her future success.
HJR 1428 is a House Joint Resolution that formally honors and congratulates Robert 'Bob' Batson on his retirement from his role as executive director of the Tennessee Funeral Directors Association. The bill recognizes his thirty-five years of leadership in the funeral service profession and his extensive work assisting families during major disasters, including deployments to the World Trade Center, Hurricane Katrina, and Haiti. This resolution serves as a commemorative document to acknowledge his contributions to public service and the funeral industry, with no changes to laws or regulations.
This legislative resolution honors Allison Mowell, a student from Cornersville High School, for being named a Top Ten Senior in the 2026 graduating class. The measure formally commends her academic achievements and extracurricular involvement, acknowledging her high grade point average and dedication to excellence. It serves as a public recognition of her success rather than establishing new laws or funding. The document is intended to be presented to the student as a certificate of appreciation from the Tennessee General Assembly.
This bill honors Josie Brown, a student from Forrest 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 also directs the state clerk to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to the student, excluding the official signatures of the House and Senate.
This bill is a House Joint Resolution that formally honors Jim Bates as he retires from his role as Hickman County Mayor. The resolution recognizes his extensive background in public service, including decades as a firefighter and paramedic, followed by his election to the mayoral office in 2022. It highlights his contributions to the county, such as protecting the Duck River, consolidating county offices, and developing a new animal shelter. The bill concludes by expressing the legislature's well wishes for his future endeavors and authorizes the presentation of a copy of the resolution to him.
This Tennessee House Joint Resolution honors the memory of Elaine Carver, a retired educator who taught for over 52 years in Georgia and Tennessee. The bill formally recognizes her long career in public education, particularly her 38-year tenure at New Center Elementary School in Sevier County, and expresses sympathy to her family and former students. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a ceremonial tribute to her professional contributions and personal character.
