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SJR 1148

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Caden Matthew McGehee, Salutatorian, John Overton High School -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Heidi Campbell

Tennessee commends Caden McGehee for achieving Salutatorian at John Overton High School, recognizing his academic excellence as a statewide ceremonial tribute.

Transmitted to Governor for action.
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Bill Summary · SJR 1148

Summary of Bill: SJR 1148 (Session 114) – Tennessee

Title

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Caden Matthew McGehee, Salutatorian, John Overton High School

Purpose and Intent

  • This Senate Joint Resolution honors and recognizes Caden Matthew McGehee for achieving the status of Salutatorian of the 2026 graduating class at John Overton High School.
  • The resolution commends McGehee for academic excellence and expresses best wishes for his future.

Key Provisions

  • Acknowledgment: The General Assembly commends Caden Matthew McGehee for his outstanding academic performance and status as Salutatorian.
  • Framing language: Emphasizes the value of recognizing high-achieving students as a source of pride for their family, school, and community, and for Tennessee.
  • Copy and presentation: Instructs that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared and presented, with standard formatting for such memorials (text omitted from copies that would appear with House/Senate designation).

Who/What is Affected

  • Primary subject: Caden Matthew McGehee, 2026 Salutatorian at John Overton High School.
  • Institutions affected: John Overton High School (as the school of the student) and the Tennessee General Assembly (as the body issuing the commendation).

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Status: Filed for introduction on April 15, 2026.
  • Sponsorship: Primary sponsor is Senator Campbell; co-sponsor is Representative Heidi Campbell.
  • Legislative type: Senate Joint Resolution (SJR), a ceremonial/recognition measure rather than substantive policy.
  • Effective date: Not applicable in the traditional sense; resolutions typically take effect upon passage and are commemorative in nature.
  • Implementation: Requires formal passage by both Senate and House to memorialize the honoree.

Practical Impact

  • Symbolic Recognition: Provides formal, statewide recognition of McGehee’s achievement, contributing to public acknowledgment of student excellence.
  • Community Impact: Serves as a source of pride for McGehee’s family, John Overton High School, and the local community, highlighting Tennessee’s support for academic achievement.
  • No Policy Change: The resolution does not enact policy changes, allocate funds, or alter existing law; its impact is ceremonial and symbolic.

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

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