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SJR 1265

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Addy Cocke, Valedictorian, White County High School -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Paul Bailey

The bill ceremonially recognizes Addy Cocke as valedictorian of White County High School, formalizing the achievement in state records without any policy or funding impact.

Transmitted to Governor for action.
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Bill Summary · SJR 1265

Summary: SJR 1265 (Tennessee, 114th Session)

Purpose

SJR 1265 is a memorial joint resolution recognizing and memorializing individuals or achievements related to Addy Cocke, Valedictorian, White County High School. As a memorial resolution, its primary function is to honor and acknowledge these achievements within the state’s official records and ceremonial practices.

Note: Memorial resolutions in Tennessee typically celebrate excellence, noteworthy contributions, or commend a person or group associated with a school or local community. They are ceremonial in nature and do not establish new laws, funding, or regulatory requirements.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Ceremonial Recognition: The resolution publicly recognizes Addy Cocke as valedictorian of White County High School, and/or honors the student’s achievement and standing within the school and community.
  • Official Memorial Language: The resolution would be filed in the official journal or memorial record of the Tennessee General Assembly, serving as a formal tribute.
  • No Direct Policy Impact: As a memorial resolution, it does not create enforceable duties, alter statutes, grant funding, or implement regulatory changes.

Who/What Is Affected

  • White County High School and its community: Receives formal recognition within state legislative records.
  • Addy Cocke: Recognized as valedictorian, with acknowledgment by the state legislature.
  • Tennessee General Assembly: Adds the memorial to its official proceedings and journals.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Transmission to Governor: May 5, 2026 — The resolution was transmitted to the Governor for action.
  • House Action:
    • May 1, 2026 — Passed the House (signed by House Speaker).
  • Senate Action:
    • April 30, 2026 — Passed the Senate (signed by Senate Speaker; enrolled and ready for signatures).
    • April 23, 2026 — Placed on the Senate Consent Calendar; adopted 32-0; engrossed and ready for transmission to the House.
  • Introduction and Referral:
    • April 23, 2026 — Filed for introduction; referred to Senate Calendar Committee; later placed on consent calendar for a fast track.
  • Sponsors:
    • Main sponsor: (not specified)
    • Co-sponsor: Paul Bailey

Practical Implications

  • The bill serves a symbolic, ceremonial role rather than a policy or funding mechanism.
  • It formalizes statewide recognition of a specific student achievement from White County High School.
  • The resolution contributes to the public record and commemorates local educational excellence.

If you’d like, I can tailor this summary to emphasize specific aspects (e.g., ceremonial language examples, potential ceremonial implications for White County High School, or a comparison with typical structure of Tennessee memorial resolutions).

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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