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HJR 1614

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Chaplin Clauer, Valedictorian, Brentwood High School -

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

HJR 1614 ceremonially honors Chaplin Clauer as 2026 Brentwood High School valedictorian, recognizing academic excellence and community pride without policy or fiscal impact.

Transmitted to Governor for his action.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1614

Summary of Bill: HJR 1614 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Title

Memorials, Academic Achievement — Honoring Chaplin Clauer, Brentwood High School, Valedictorian, Class of 2026

Purpose and Intent

  • To commend and recognize Chaplin Clauer for achieving Valedictorian status for the Brentwood High School graduating class of 2026.
  • To publicly acknowledge Ms. Clauer’s academic excellence, diligence, and extracurricular involvement.
  • To express best wishes for her future success.

Key Provisions

  • Formal resolution recognizing Chaplin Clauer as the 2026 Brentwood High School Valedictorian.
  • Language emphasizes:
    • Acknowledgment of outstanding academic performance (valedictorian status).
    • Praise for diligence, composure during examinations, and commitment of time and talent.
    • Representation of Ms. Clauer as a source of pride for family, school, and community.
    • Sentiment that her achievement reflects positively on Tennessee and the country.
  • The resolution is a symbolic, ceremonial recognition rather than a bill imposing regulations, funding, or policy changes.
  • Caption and structure include:
    • A formal “Be It Further Resolved” clause to convey the commendation.
    • A provision for an appropriate copy of the resolution to be prepared for presentation, with a note that certain formal designation language (House/Senate marks) may be omitted on the copy.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Primary: Chaplin Clauer, Brentwood High School (Class of 2026).
  • Secondary: Brentwood High School community, family, and the broader Tennessee General Assembly audience, as readers of the resolution.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • History of action:
    • Introduced and filed for introduction on 2026-04-22.
    • Adopted by the House (Ayes 93, Nays 0, Present Not Voting 0) on 2026-04-22.
    • Engrossed and transmitted to Senate on 2026-04-22.
    • Received from House and referred to Senate Calendar Committee on 2026-04-23.
  • This is a concurrent memorial (HJR) rather than a law; it does not create policy changes or require funding.

Notes for Readers

  • HJR 1614 is a ceremonial resolution commonly used to honor distinguished students.
  • It serves to publicly recognize academic achievement and to highlight the student as a role model within the community.
  • No regulatory impact or fiscal implications are associated with this resolution.

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

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