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SJR 1176

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Charlotte Lopez, Valedictorian, Karns High School -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Richard Briggs

The bill formally honors Charlotte Lopez as Karns High School’s 2026 valedictorian for outstanding academic achievement.

Transmitted to Governor for action.
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Bill Summary · SJR 1176

Summary of Bill: SJR 1176 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Title

Memorials, Academic Achievement – Charlotte Lopez, Valedictorian, Karns High School

Purpose and Intent

  • This Senate Joint Resolution (SJR) honors and recognizes Charlotte Lopez for being named Valedictorian of the 2026 graduating class at Karns High School.
  • It serves as a formal commendation from both chambers of the Tennessee General Assembly acknowledging her academic excellence and personal qualities.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Declares recognition of Charlotte Lopez's achievement as Valedictorian for Karns High School's 2026 graduating class.
  • Commends her “outstanding academic success,” including her GPA and participation in extracurricular activities (as described in the resolution).
  • States the General Assembly’s best wishes for her future success.
  • The resolution does not establish new policies, funding, or regulatory changes; it is ceremonial in nature.
  • Language specifies that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation, with a minor formatting clause about removing the chamber designation from the final copy.

Who or What Would Be Affected

  • Charlotte Lopez: Directly recognized and commended.
  • Karns High School: Indirectly referenced as the institution associated with the achievement.
  • Tennessee General Assembly: Publishes and presents the resolution as an official acknowledgment of student achievement.
  • The broader community (family, school, and supporters) who may view the formal commendation as a source of pride.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Filed for introduction on April 20, 2026.
  • The bill is a memorial resolution; typically moves through standard legislative processes for resolutions (introduction, potential committee review, floor passage, and concurrent adoption by both chambers) but does not require signing by the governor or enactment into law.
  • No monetary appropriation or regulatory action is involved.

Additional Notes

  • Sponsor: Senator Richard Briggs (Co-sponsor).
  • The resolution expresses commendation and good wishes without imposing duties or creating enforceable requirements.
  • The document emphasizes the value of recognizing academic excellence and role models within Tennessee's student population.

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

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