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SJR 1208

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Christopher Heath Foster, Valedictorian, Creek Wood High School -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kerry Roberts

Ceremonial resolution honoring Christopher Heath Foster as the 2026 Creek Wood High School valedictorian, with best wishes for his future.

Transmitted to Governor for action.
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Bill Summary · SJR 1208

Summary of Bill SJR 1208 (Session 114) — Tennessee

Title

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Christopher Heath Foster, Valedictorian, Creek Wood High School

Purpose and intent

  • SJR 1208 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing and honoring Christopher Heath Foster for being named the 2026 Valedictorian of Creek Wood High School.
  • The resolution expresses commendation and best wishes for Foster’s future, reflecting pride in his academic achievement and its value to the student, family, school, and community.
  • The resolution is a formal gesture of acknowledgement by the Tennessee General Assembly.

Key provisions and changes

  • Declares recognition of Christopher Heath Foster as the 2026 Creek Wood High School Valedictorian.
  • Commends Foster for his academic excellence, GPA, and participation in extracurricular activities (as described in the body of the resolution).
  • Pledges that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation to Foster.
  • The language notes that, upon request, the copy may be prepared without explicit House or Senate designation after endorsement by both chambers.
  • No policy changes, funding, or regulatory actions are enacted. The bill serves as a formal ceremonial honor.

Who/what is affected

  • Primary: Christopher Heath Foster (Creek Wood High School) receives formal recognition.
  • Secondary: Creek Wood High School and the local community, which gain recognition and pride from the statewide acknowledgment.
  • No direct impact on laws, budgets, or administrative regulations.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Filing and consideration timeline:
    • 2026-04-20: Filed for introduction.
    • 2026-04-21: Passed on First Consideration.
    • 2026-04-22: Passed on Second Consideration; referred to Senate Calendar Committee.
  • This is a concurrent resolution (joint) recognizing an individual student; it does not amend statutes or create new requirements.
  • The action reflects standard ceremonial procedures used to honor notable achievements.

Additional notes

  • Sponsor: Senator Kerry Roberts (co-sponsor listed; full sponsor is Senator Roberts).
  • The resolution aligns with Tennessee tradition of recognizing notable academic accomplishments by students.

Bottom line

SJR 1208 is a ceremonial, non-binding resolution that publicly honors Christopher Heath Foster as the 2026 Valedictorian of Creek Wood High School and conveys best wishes for his future, without creating policy or financial implications.

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

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