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HJR 1613

Memorials, Academic Achievement - David Zhen, Salutatorian, Brentwood High School -

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

The bill formally commends David Zhen as Brentwood High School Salutatorian for 2026, recognizing his academic excellence and best wishes for his future.

Transmitted to Governor for his action.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1613

Summary: House Joint Resolution 1613 (HJR 1613), 114th Tennessee General Assembly

Overview

  • Purpose: Honor and recognize David Zhen for achieving the status of Salutatorian at Brentwood High School for the 2026 graduating class.
  • Jurisdiction: Tennessee
  • Type: House Joint Resolution (concurrent with Senate)
  • Sponsor: Representative Bulso (Co-sponsor: Gino Bulso)
  • Meeting/Action Status:
    • Passed the House and Senate with unanimous or near-unanimous support
    • Concurred by the Senate on April 23, 2026
    • Placed on the Senate Consent Calendar and transmitted for concurrence

Main Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution serves to formally commend and honor David Zhen, recognizing his high academic achievement as the Brentwood High School Salutatorian for the Class of 2026.
  • It expresses pride and appreciation for his diligence, academic excellence, and participation in extracurricular activities.
  • The resolution conveys best wishes for Zhen’s future success and emphasizes the value of recognizing outstanding students in Tennessee.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Recognition of Achievement: Official commendation by both the Tennessee House of Representatives and the Senate for David Zhen’s status as Salutatorian.
  • Public Acknowledgment: Prepared copy of the resolution to be presented to Zhen or his family.
  • Format of Copy: Upon presentation, the final clause and identifying House/Senate designations may be omitted as appropriate in the presentation copy.

Who or What is Affected

  • Individual: David Zhen, Brentwood High School, Class of 2026 (Salutatorian)
  • Institutional Impact: Brentwood High School receives formal recognition from state government for its student’s achievement.
  • General Public: The recognition highlights the value Tennessee places on academic achievement and student excellence.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Intro/Filed for Introduction: April 22, 2026
  • Engrossed/Ready for Transmission to Senate: April 22, 2026
  • Senate Action:
    • Passed the Senate (Concurred) on April 23, 2026 with favorable votes (Ayes 32, Nays 0)
    • Placed on Senate Consent Calendar for 4/23/2026
  • House Action:
    • Concurred in the resolution on April 23, 2026
    • Placed on the Senate calendar for concurrence
  • Effective Timing: The resolution takes effect upon passage by both chambers and issuance of the final concurrent resolution; it is a ceremonial recognition rather than a law with regulatory impact.

Additional Notes

  • The bill is largely ceremonial and does not establish policy, funding, or regulatory changes.
  • Emphasizes bipartisan acknowledgment of student achievement and the role of public institutions in celebrating academic excellence.

If you’d like, I can provide a concise one-paragraph summary or a side-by-side comparison with similar resolutions recognizing other students.

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

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