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SJR 1136

Memorials, Academic Achievement - James Le Nguyen, Salutatorian, Farragut High School -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Richard Briggs

Recognizes James Le Nguyen as Farragut High School’s 2026 Salutatorian for exceptional academics, leadership, research, service, and chess achievements.

Transmitted to Governor for action.
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Bill Summary · SJR 1136

Summary of Senate Joint Resolution 1136 (SJR 1136) — Tennessee 114th General Assembly

Purpose

  • Recognizes and honors James Le Nguyen for achieving the status of Salutatorian at Farragut High School for the 2026 graduating class.
  • Publicly commends Nguyen’s academic excellence, leadership, and extracurricular accomplishments.
  • Expresses best wishes for his future.

Key Provisions and Content

  • Official commendation: The resolution states that the Tennessee Senate and the Tennessee House of Representatives concur in recognizing James Le Nguyen as Farragut High School’s 2026 Salutatorian.
  • Statements of achievement: The bill details Nguyen’s:
    • High academic performance (noting an exemplary GPA).
    • Leadership and involvement: vice president of the Chess Club, captain of the chess team, member of the Science Club, and varsity tennis player.
    • Research and work experience: internship at Oak Ridge National Laboratory with a co-authored energy-efficiency paper; molecular biology research at the University of Tennessee; patient care assistant at Fort Loudon Medical Center.
    • Service and recognition: two-year service on the Knox County Health Department’s Youth Health Board; various honors including the Strata-G Environmental Stewardship Scholarship, Joane Rogan Sustainability Award, and the Presidential Volunteer Service Award.
    • Chess accolades: nationally and internationally recognized player; five-time Tennessee chess champion; National Master title (US Chess Federation, 2022) and International Candidate Master title (FIDE, 2025).
    • Plans for higher education: intends to study neuroscience at Duke University.

Who Is Affected

  • Primary subject: James Le Nguyen, Farragut High School, and by extension his family, school, and community.
  • Legislative audience: Members of the Tennessee General Assembly (Senate and House) and the public, who are informed of Nguyen’s achievements and celebratory recognition.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Sponsor: Senator Briggs (with a co-sponsor, Senator Richard Briggs listed in the material; the document indicates Briggs as sponsor and co-sponsor).
  • Status: Introduced and passed on first consideration on April 15, 2026; filed for introduction on April 14, 2026.
  • Nature of action: This is a memorial resolution (SJR), which is a ceremonial expression of commendation and does not create enforceable policy or law.
  • Publication/Documentation: The resolution is prepared as an official copy to be presented, with standard closing language and formatting as a memorial.

Impact and Interpretation

  • The bill is ceremonial and symbolic, aimed at acknowledging exceptional student achievement and fostering pride in the local community.
  • It highlights the breadth of Nguyen’s accomplishments, including academics, leadership, research, community service, and athletic involvement.
  • No financial appropriations, policy changes, or regulatory requirements are attached to this resolution. It serves to publicly commend and celebrate Nguyen’s success and may be used by schools or media to showcase student achievement.

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

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