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SJR 1153

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Hayden Elizabeth Seator, Valedictorian, James Lawson High School -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Heidi Campbell

Tennessee honors Hayden Elizabeth Seator as the 2026 Valedictorian of James Lawson High School, recognizing her academic excellence and wishing her continued success.

Transmitted to Governor for action.
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Bill Summary · SJR 1153

Summary of Bill: SJR 1153 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Overview

  • Type: Senate Joint Resolution
  • Sponsor: Senator Campbell (Co-sponsor: Senator Heidi Campbell)
  • Jurisdiction: Tennessee
  • Purpose: To commend Hayden Elizabeth Seator, James Lawson High School, for achieving Valedictorian honors in the 2026 graduating class.

Main Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution is a formal expression of recognition and commendation from the Tennessee General Assembly.
  • It honors Hayden Elizabeth Seator for attaining the 2026 Valedictorian distinction at James Lawson High School.
  • It conveys appreciation for her academic excellence and potential future success, and offers best wishes for her continued achievements.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • The resolution explicitly states:
    • Hayden Elizabeth Seator is the 2026 Valedictorian of James Lawson High School.
    • She has earned an exemplary grade point average and participated in numerous extracurricular activities.
    • Her achievements reflect intellectual aptitude, ambition, and dedication to excellence.
    • The General Assembly commends and honors her, salutes her impressive academic achievement, and extends best wishes for a happy and successful future.
  • The resolution directs that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation to Seator.
  • The language notes that the copy presented should omit the final clause that contains the House/Senate designation on the copy distributed.

Who and What is Affected

  • Individual Recognized: Hayden Elizabeth Seator, student at James Lawson High School.
  • Institution Highlighted: James Lawson High School (and associated school community).

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Status: Filed for introduction on 2026-04-15.
  • As a resolution, it is a ceremonial, non-binding measure recognizing a student achievement.
  • No fiscal impact, budgetary changes, or mandated programmatic actions are associated with the bill.
  • The document is designed for formal presentation and recognition within the General Assembly and to be shared with Hayden Seator.

Additional Context

  • The measure exemplifies Tennessee’s practice of issuing formal resolutions to recognize student academic achievements, often used to highlight exemplary scholars and inspire broader community pride.

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

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