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SR 381

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Colin Walker, Salutatorian, Lakeland High School -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Paul Rose

The resolution publicly honors Colin Walker for achieving Salutatorian status at Lakeland High School, recognizing his academic excellence and community contribution.

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Bill Summary · SR 381

Summary of Senate Resolution SR 381 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Purpose and Intent

  • SR 381 is a Senate Resolution honoring Colin Walker, who has been named the Salutatorian of the Lakeland High School graduating class of 2026.
  • The resolution publicly recognizes Walker’s academic achievement, strong GPA, and participation in extracurricular activities, and conveys best wishes for his future success.
  • The sponsor is Senator Paul Rose (co-sponsor), and the resolution was introduced in April 2026.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Formal commendation: The resolution states that it is fitting for the Senate to recognize students who excel academically and contribute to their communities.
  • Recognition language: It commends Colin Walker for attaining Salutatorian status, noting his diligence, exam composure, time and talent commitment, and exemplary GPA.
  • Public acknowledgment: The resolution requests that an appropriate copy be prepared for presentation to Colin Walker, with standard final language, and omits a specific personalizing clause from the copy.

Who/What is Affected

  • Primary beneficiary: Colin Walker (Lakeland High School) as the subject of the commendation.
  • Broader impact: The resolution serves to publicly honor a Tennessee high school student for academic achievement, reflecting positively on Lakeland High School, the local community, and the state’s educational environment.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction and progression:
    • Filed for introduction: April 2, 2026
    • First consideration: April 6, 2026 (passed on First Consideration)
    • Second consideration: April 9, 2026 (passed and referred to Senate Calendar Committee)
    • Placed on Senate Consent Calendar for action on April 13, 2026
    • Passed by the Senate on April 13, 2026 (Ayes: 31, Nays: 0)
    • Signed by Senate Speaker and enrolled for signatures on April 15, 2026
  • Final status: Enrolled and ready for signatures as of April 15, 2026.

Notes

  • SR 381 is a ceremonial/recognition measure, not a bill proposing new laws or fiscal changes.
  • The resolution emphasizes academic excellence and community pride, rather than policy changes or state funding.

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