Sen. Richard Briggs

Maddy summarySenate Joint Resolution 1177 formally honors Barrett Lemons, the 2026 Valedictorian of Central High School, for his outstanding academic achievement. The resolution commends his high grade point average and participation in extracurricular activities while acknowledging his success as a source of pride for his family and community. This legislative action serves as a ceremonial recognition rather than establishing new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Joint Resolution honors Yejoon Ham, the 2026 valedictorian of Bearden High School in Tennessee. The legislation formally commends his academic achievements and extends wishes for his future success. It authorizes the preparation of a copy of the resolution for presentation to the student.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Joint Resolution honors Leo Nishizawa, the 2026 Salutatorian of Bearden High School, for his outstanding academic achievements. The resolution formally commends his high grade point average and dedication to excellence while he participated in various extracurricular activities. It directs the General Assembly to present a copy of this resolution to Mr. Nishizawa as a gesture of recognition for his accomplishments.

Maddy summaryThis legislative bill honors Charlotte Lopez, the 2026 valedictorian of Karns High School, by formally recognizing her academic achievements. The resolution commends her for earning an exemplary grade point average and participating in various extracurricular activities during her high school career. It expresses the General Assembly's pride in her success and extends best wishes for her future endeavors. The document serves as an official commendation rather than enacting new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally honors Brady Reed, the 2026 Salutatorian at Karns High School, for his academic excellence and community involvement. The resolution acknowledges his high grade point average, participation in extracurricular activities, and overall success during his high school career. It directs the state to prepare an official copy of the resolution for presentation to the student as a gesture of commendation.

Maddy summaryThis bill honors Ruhaan Singh, the 2026 Salutatorian of Farragut High School, by formally recognizing his academic achievements and community involvement. The resolution acknowledges his high grade point average, participation in clubs like the National Honor Society, and various awards, including being a finalist at the International Science and Engineering Fair. It also highlights his roles as a youth representative for a local stormwater committee and an intern at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Ultimately, the bill serves as a commendation from the Tennessee General Assembly to Mr. Singh and his family, expressing support for his future success.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Joint Resolution formally honors James Le Nguyen, the 2026 Salutatorian of Farragut High School in Tennessee. The resolution recognizes his academic success and various extracurricular activities, including his achievements in chess and research internships. It directs state officials to commend him and provide a copy of the resolution to him if requested.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution honors Jelena Armsworth, the 2026 Salutatorian at L&N STEM Academy, for her academic excellence. The bill formally commends her outstanding achievements, including a high grade point average and active participation in extracurricular activities. It directs the General Assembly to present a copy of the resolution to Armsworth as a gesture of recognition and good wishes for her future.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution honors Sophia Chen, the 2026 valedictorian of Farragut High School, for her academic excellence and community involvement. The measure formally commends her achievements, including a 4.785 grade point average, leadership roles in student organizations, and recognition as a National Merit Finalist and Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholar. It also acknowledges her personal interests, such as baking and crossword puzzles, and extends best wishes for her future success. This type of bill is ceremonial and does not create new laws or alter government policy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Joint Resolution honors Harshita Nagar, the 2026 valedictorian at L&N STEM Academy, for her academic excellence. The measure formally commends her outstanding grade point average and participation in extracurricular activities. It directs the General Assembly to present a copy of the resolution to her as a gesture of recognition.