This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally honors and congratulates the Upper Cumberland 18U RAMS homeschool basketball team for winning the NCHBC Division 5 National Championship. The resolution recognizes the team's achievements, including their 26-11 season record and their victory in the championship game against Houston, Texas. It acknowledges the contributions of the players, coaches, families, and the broader homeschool community that supported the team throughout the season. The bill does not change laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial recognition of the team's accomplishments.
This bill honors the Watertown High School Band and its director for hosting the 3rd Annual Tennessee Small Band Association State Championship, while also recognizing other participating bands and directors from the event. It formally acknowledges the Tennessee Small Band Association, which was created in 2022 to provide state championship opportunities for public schools with fewer than 500 students and bands with 30 or fewer instruments. The resolution congratulates the winning bands and soloist from the 2025 championship and extends best wishes for their future endeavors.
This bill honors Parker Belle Hayes, a 2026 graduate of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, by formally recognizing her academic and community achievements. The resolution acknowledges her completion of a Bachelor of Arts degree in just two years and nine months, her leadership roles in the Phi Mu sorority, and her volunteer work at Dolly Parton Children's Hospital. It also notes her entrepreneurial success by mentioning her boutique sewing business, Stitched by PB. The measure serves as a commemorative gesture from the Tennessee General Assembly rather than establishing new laws or policies.
This bill is a House Joint Resolution that formally recognizes William "Ed" Bryant of Campbell County on the occasion of his retirement. It honors his over thirty years of dedicated service to communities in Jellico, Newcomb, and surrounding areas, particularly through his work with Catholic Charities leading the Crazy Quilt Appalachian outreach ministry program. The resolution highlights his contributions to food distribution, organizing toy giveaways for hundreds of children annually, and hosting arts camps for local youth. This commemorative measure does not create new laws or policies but serves to publicly acknowledge his community service and express well wishes for his retirement.
This bill honors the White County High School Lady Warriors basketball team for reaching the state championship game as runners-up in the TSSAA Division I, Class 3A tournament. The resolution formally acknowledges the team's achievement as their first state tournament appearance since 1997 and recognizes their success alongside their coach and community supporters. It does not change any laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial recognition of the team's athletic accomplishment.
This House Joint Resolution (HJR 962) is a ceremonial resolution honoring Caryville Police Chief Freddie Stagnolia upon his retirement. It recognizes his over 30 years of law enforcement service, including roles as a full-time officer, sheriff's office employee, and Caryville Police Chief since 2022. The resolution commends his dedication to public safety and community service, extending "best wishes for much continued success and happiness" during retirement. As a commemorative measure with no policy or funding impact, it directly affects Chief Stagnolia as the honoree.
This bill honors the 21st District Recovery Court in Tennessee on its twenty-fifth anniversary. The resolution recognizes the program's work since 2001 in helping nonviolent offenders recover from addiction through a combination of accountability and support. It highlights the court's success in reducing recidivism and helping participants regain employment and family stability. The bill is a commemorative measure that does not change any laws or policies.
This Tennessee House Joint Resolution honors Firefighter Etta Schafer of the Signal Mountain Fire Department for her heroic actions on October 15, 2025. The bill formally recognizes her role in responding to a cardiac arrest emergency where she helped save a citizen's life through critical care and quick decision-making. The resolution commends her service to the people of Tennessee and wishes her continued success in her future endeavors.
This Tennessee House Joint Resolution honors Gavin Johnson, a track and field athlete from Centennial High School, for being named the 2025 WILLCO Awards Boys' Track & Field Athlete of the Year. The document formally congratulates him on his achievements, including winning the 400-meter race at the Class AAA championships, and notes that he is only the second runner from his school to receive this award. It expresses pride in his success and character as a student athlete while wishing him well in his future endeavors.
This bill is a joint resolution that formally honors Hannah Hall, a teacher at Scales Elementary School, for being named the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year. The measure does not change any laws or policies; instead, it serves as a ceremonial recognition of her professional achievements and dedication to education. By passing this resolution, the Tennessee General Assembly acknowledges her contributions to her students and the broader community. The document is intended to be presented to her as a token of appreciation for her service.
HJR 1277 is a House Joint Resolution that honors Blake Lannom, a teacher at Franklin High School, for being selected as the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year. The bill formally recognizes his dedication to education and his positive influence on students through a ceremonial resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly. This type of legislation does not change laws or policies but serves to publicly commend an individual's professional achievements.
This bill is a House Joint Resolution that formally recognizes Diana Moon, a third-grade teacher at Northside Elementary School, for being named the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year. The resolution honors her professional dedication and positive influence on students, commending her expertise and service to the community. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of her achievement. The document will be presented to the recipient as a symbol of appreciation for her work in education.
