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HJR 1620

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Ahbi Patel, Valedictorian, Brentwood High School -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Gino Bulso

Ceremonial resolution recognizing Ahbi Patel as Brentwood High School’s 2026 valedictorian for academic excellence and public acknowledgment.

Transmitted to Governor for his action.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1620

Summary of HJR 1620 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Purpose

  • A House Joint Resolution (HJR 1620) to honor and recognize Ahbi Patel, identified as the 2026 Valedictorian of Brentwood High School.
  • The resolution expresses commendation from both the Tennessee House of Representatives and Senate, recognizing Patel’s academic excellence and congratulating him on his achievement.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Formal commendation: The bill creates an official joint resolution recognizing Ahbi Patel as Brentwood High School’s 2026 valedictorian.
  • Statements of merit: It highlights Patel’s high-grade point average, intellectual aptitude, and involvement in extracurricular activities.
  • Public acknowledgment: The resolution invites the presentation of an appropriate copy to Patel and notes it should be issued with the language appearing immediately following the State seal and without legislative designation on the copy.

Who/What is Affected

  • Primary beneficiary: Ahbi Patel (student), as the subject of the commendation.
  • Secondary beneficiaries: Brentwood High School and the broader community, by virtue of public recognition of student achievement; state lawmakers and the public, who gain a formal record of an outstanding student from Tennessee.

Procedural/Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction and passage:
    • The resolution was introduced in the House and subsequently referred to Senate considerations.
    • It passed the House: adopted on 4/22/2026 with a vote of 93 ayes, 0 nays, 0 present not voting (PNV).
    • It advanced to the Senate, placed on the Senate Consent Calendar.
    • It concurred in the Senate on 4/23/2026 with an aye vote (32–0).
  • Final status: Concurred by both chambers and submitted for presentation with the final clause noting the copy should be prepared omitting House/Senate designation.

Additional Context

  • This is a ceremonial, non-substantive resolution typical of recognizing notable local students for academic achievement.
  • No fiscal implications, policy changes, or regulatory requirements are introduced; the action is symbolic, aimed at public acknowledgment.

Bottom Line

HJR 1620 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Ahbi Patel as Brentwood High School’s 2026 valedictorian, acknowledging his academic excellence and extracurricular involvement, and providing for the preparation of an official copy for Patel and public record.

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

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