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HJR 1654

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Cade Huff, Valedictorian, Highland Rim Academy -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Ryan Williams

Recognizes Cade Huff as Highland Rim Academy’s 2026 Valedictorian and publicly commends his academic excellence and integrity.

Transmitted to Governor for his action.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1654

Summary of Bill: HJR 1654 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Purpose

  • A House Joint Resolution recognizing and honoring Cade Huff as the 2026 Valedictorian of Highland Rim Academy.
  • The resolution expresses commendation for Huff’s academic achievement and conveys best wishes for his future.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Formal recognition of Cade Huff as the Highland Rim Academy 2026 Valedictorian.
  • States the general assembly’s intent to acknowledge exemplary academic performance and integrity, including:
    • Diligent study
    • Excellent performance on examinations
    • Commitment to extracurricular activities (as noted in the text)
  • Provides for an official copy of the resolution to be prepared and presented to Huff, with procedural language regarding formatting (the clause about the copy being prepared and presented and omitting the final sentence from the copy).

Who/What is Affected

  • Cade Huff (the 2026 Valedictorian of Highland Rim Academy) is the primary individual honored.
  • Highland Rim Academy and its community receive formal, public recognition.
  • The Tennessee General Assembly, by resolution, issues a ceremonial commendation.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced and sponsored by Rep. Williams (co-sponsor: Rep. Ryan Williams).
  • Timeline of action:
    • April 23, 2026: Adopted in the House; transmitted to Senate; placed on Senate Consent Calendar.
    • April 23, 2026: Senate concurrence received (Ayes 30, Nays 0).
    • April 23, 2026: Engrossed and transmitted to the Senate; Senate passed (Ayes 89, Nays 0, PNV 0).
    • May 1–5, 2026: Enrolled and signed byHouse Speaker; signed by Senate Speaker; transmitted to Governor.
    • May 5, 2026: Transmitted to Governor for action.
  • After gubernatorial action, the bill becomes an official recognition if signed (as indicated by standard legislative process).

Notes

  • This is a ceremonial resolution; it does not create, modify, or allocate public funding or policy.
  • The primary aim is ceremonial tribute and public acknowledgment of academic excellence.

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

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