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HJR 1639

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Hank Strange, Salutatorian, Brentwood High School -

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

The bill ceremonially commends Hank Strange as the 2026 Brentwood High School Salutatorian, recognizing his academic and extracurricular achievements.

Transmitted to Governor for his action.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1639

Summary of HJR 1639 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Purpose and Intent

  • HJR 1639 is a House Joint Resolution sponsored by Rep. Bulso (co-sponsor: Rep. Gino Bulso) that honors an individual student, Hank Strange, for his academic achievement.
  • The resolution recognizes Hank Strange as the 2026 Salutatorian of Brentwood High School and commends him for his academic performance, extracurricular involvement, and potential future success.
  • The measure is ceremonial in nature and aims to publicly acknowledge a student’s accomplishments, extending best wishes for the future.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • The resolution explicitly states appreciation and commendation for Hank Strange as the 2026 Brentwood High School Salutatorian.
  • It lauds his exemplary grade point average, intellectual aptitude, and commitment to academics and extracurricular activities.
  • The resolution expresses best wishes for Hank Strange’s future success.
  • It provides for an official copy of the resolution to be prepared and presented to Hank Strange (upon proper request, with the standard formatting for the final copy and without legislative identifiers on the presentation page).

Affected Parties

  • Primary: Hank Strange (the individual student)
  • Brentwood High School community (students, faculty, and staff) through formal recognition
  • The Tennessee General Assembly and the public, as it serves to highlight student achievement within the state

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Status: Passed the House and moved through Senate processes as part of the consent calendar.
  • Timeline:
    • Introduced and filed: April 22, 2026
    • House action: Adopted and placed on consent calendar for April 22, 2026
    • Senate action: Concurred (Ayes 32, Nays 0) and placed on Senate Consent Calendar for April 23, 2026
    • Final concurrence: Senate concurred on April 23, 2026 (Ayes 32, Nays 0)
  • The resolution is ceremonial and does not create statutory changes, funding obligations, or regulatory requirements.

Remarks

  • The bill is a formal, symbolic acknowledgment of a high-achieving student rather than substantive policy or budgetary changes.
  • It reflects a common legislative practice of recognizing local students for notable academic achievements and leadership.

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

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