Memorials, Academic Achievement - Addison Osborne, Top Ten Senior, Lewis County High School -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Joey Hensley

The bill ceremonially honors Addison Osborne as a 2026 Top Ten Senior for academic and extracurricular excellence, with no legal or fiscal effect.

Transmitted to Governor for action.

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Bill overview

Subject: Memorializing and honoring a high-achieving student

Title: Memorials, Academic Achievement – Addison Osborne, Top Ten Senior, Lewis County High School

Sponsor: Senator Hensley (Co-sponsor: Joey Hensley)

Bill type: Senate Joint Resolution (non-binding) recognizing an individual student

Session/date context: 114th General Assembly; introduced and advanced in April 2026

Action to date: Introduced and passed First and Second Considerations; referred to Senate Calendar Committee

Purpose and intent

The resolution formally commends and honors Addison Osborne for being named a 2026 Top Ten Senior at Lewis County High School.

It acknowledges Osborne’s academic excellence, extracurricular involvement, and credentials, and it wishes her success in future endeavors.

The measure serves as an official state recognition rather than creating new laws or fiscal obligations.

Key provisions and language highlights

Recognition of achievements: Notes Osborne’s outstanding GPA, participation in extracurricular activities (Beta Club, HOSA), and professional licenses (Patient Care Tech, EKG Tech, Phlebotomy).

Awards cited: Mentions awards for highest grades in multiple subjects (e.g., Tennessee history, Spanish, government and civics).

Future plans: Identifies Osborne’s intended college path at the University of Tennessee at Martin Parsons Center to study nursing.

Concluding sentiment: Affirms that Osborne’s accomplishments reflect well on her family, school, and community, and extends best wishes for her future success.

Official format: The resolution includes a ceremonial clause permitting the distribution of an appropriately prepared copy.

Who or what is affected

Primary beneficiary: Addison Osborne

Indirect beneficiaries: Lewis County High School, the student’s family, and the local community through state recognition of local academic talent.

Government impact: Minimal to none beyond formal acknowledgment; no new programs, funding, or regulatory changes.

Procedural and timeline notes

Introduced: April 15, 2026

Committee action: Passed First Consideration and Second Consideration on the same day and referred to the Senate Calendar Committee

Next steps: If the Senate Calendar Committee advances, the resolution would proceed to final concurrence and be sent to the appropriate clerk for formal presentation.

Practical impact

Serves as a ceremonial honor that highlights academic achievement at the state level.

Provides public recognition which can bolster community pride and individual encouragement for Addison Osborne.

No fiscal implications or enforceable mandates are attached to the resolution.

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