Sen. Steve Southerland

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution honors Kelly Nguyen of Walters State Community College for being named to the All-Tennessee Academic Team and selected as a Coca-Cola Gold Scholar. The document formally commends her academic achievements, leadership, and community engagement, noting her pursuit of a biology degree in Sevierville. It serves as a symbolic gesture of recognition rather than a law that alters policy or funding.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Joint Resolution honors Christian Derry, a senior at Chuckey-Doak High School, for being named to the All-County boys' basketball team. The document formally recognizes his athletic achievements during the 2023-2024 season, highlighting his statistics such as scoring averages, rebounding, and defensive blocks. It expresses appreciation for his performance and wishes him continued success both on and off the court.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution honors Marie Courtney on the occasion of her 102nd birthday by formally recognizing her life and contributions to her community. The document highlights her personal history, including her upbringing in Hawkins County and her work cleaning local buildings, as well as her family connections and personal talents like gardening and cooking. It serves as a commemorative gesture to celebrate her longevity and character, with a copy of the resolution prepared for presentation to her.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a joint resolution that formally honors Cooper Kelley, a senior at South Greene High School, for being named to the All-County boys' basketball team. It recognizes his specific achievements during the 2023-2024 season, including leading his team in scoring and contributing significantly to their record of 25 wins. The resolution expresses appreciation for his athletic performance and character but does not create any new laws or change existing policies. Once signed, it serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a functional piece of legislation.

Maddy summaryThis legislative bill is a joint resolution honoring Billy Ray Martin on the occasion of his retirement after fifty-two years as a coach for the Twins Little League baseball team in Morristown. The resolution recognizes his long-term dedication to the community, noting his achievements such as winning a state championship and his induction into the Parks and Recreation Hall of Fame. It formally expresses the General Assembly's appreciation for his service and wishes him well in his future endeavors. The document does not create new laws or change policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of his contributions.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution honors Joie Shipley, a student athlete from West Greene High School, for her selection to the All-County girls' basketball team. The measure formally recognizes her outstanding performance during the 2023-2024 season, highlighting her statistics as a freshman including leading her team in points, rebounds, blocks, steals, and assists. Once signed, the resolution serves as an official commendation from the Tennessee General Assembly, with a copy prepared for presentation to the student.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Joint Resolution honors Haley Bailey, a student-athlete at North Greene High School, for being named The Greeneville Sun's Girls' Basketball Co-Player of the Year during the 2023-2024 season. The measure formally recognizes her specific achievements, including scoring 596 points, recording 309 rebounds, and helping her team reach the state tournament. The resolution expresses congratulations and wishes her continued success both on and off the court.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Joint Resolution recognizes Calvary Baptist Church of Erwin for its 100th anniversary. The document honors the congregation's history, including its founding in 1924, its growth through various building expansions, and its ongoing community service initiatives like the Calvary Cares program. It formally thanks the church members and leaders for their long-standing contributions to faith and the state of Tennessee.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Joint Resolution honors Trey Thompson, a sophomore basketball player at Greeneville High School, for being named the Greeneville Sun's Boys' Basketball Co-Player of the Year. The measure formally congratulates him on his outstanding performance during the 2023-2024 season, highlighting his team-leading statistics and leadership. It is a ceremonial document that does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves to publicly recognize his athletic achievements.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Joint Resolution formally commends Greenbrier Campground in Gatlinburg for winning three 2024 Campspot Awards. The legislation recognizes the facility as the nation's top mid-size campground, number one for fishing, and second overall, highlighting its 120 full-hookup sites and access to the Little Pigeon River. The resolution serves as an official state acknowledgment of the campground's excellence and does not create new laws or alter existing regulations.