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SR 380

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Jeremy Leggett, Valedictorian, Arlington High School -

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

The bill formally honors Jeremy Leggett as the 2026 Arlington High School valedictorian, publicly recognizing his academic achievement and community impact.

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Bill Summary · SR 380

Summary of Senate Resolution 380 (SR 380) — 114th Tennessee General Assembly

What the bill is and its purpose

  • Type: Senate Resolution
  • Sponsor: Senator Paul Rose (Co-sponsor)
  • Subject: Memorial acknowledgment in honor of a student
  • Bill number: SR 380
  • Session: 114
  • Jurisdiction: Tennessee
  • Bill title: Memorials, Academic Achievement - Jeremy Leggett, Valedictorian, Arlington High School
  • Purpose: To formally commend and recognize Jeremy Leggett as the 2026 Valedictorian of Arlington High School, acknowledging his academic achievement, extracurricular involvement, and contributions to his school and community. The resolution also extends best wishes for his future success.

Key provisions and changes

  • Recognition of achievement: Officially honors Jeremy Leggett for achieving the status of valedictorian for the Arlington High School graduating class of 2026.
  • Statements of merit: Highlights his high GPA, intellectual ability, preparation for future success, and dedication to excellence.
  • Expression of pride and commendation: States that his accomplishment is a source of pride for his family, school, and community, and that he deserves respect and admiration.
  • Official action: Provides for the preparation and presentation of an appropriate copy of the resolution to Jeremy Leggett.
  • No regulatory impact: As a memorial/recognition resolution, it does not introduce new laws, funding, or administrative requirements; it is ceremonial in nature.

Who/what is affected

  • Individual: Jeremy Leggett, Arlington High School, who is identified as the 2026 valedictorian.
  • Institutions and community: Arlington High School and the broader local community are acknowledged for recognizing student achievement.
  • Legislative body: The Tennessee Senate, which adopts and honors the student through the resolution.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction and first reading: Filed for introduction on 2026-04-02.
  • Committee/consideration: Placed on Senate Consent Calendar for 2026-04-13.
  • Second consideration: Passed on 2026-04-09, referred to Senate Calendar Committee.
  • Adoption: Adopted by the Senate on 2026-04-13 with a unanimous vote (Ayes 31, Nays 0).
  • Enrollment and signing: Signed by the Senate Speaker and enrolled on 2026-04-15; prepared for presentation.
  • Effective date: Ceremonial/recognition resolution; becomes effective upon enactment of the resolution (typical for memorials).

Significance and context

  • Serves as a formal statewide acknowledgment of a student's achievement, reinforcing the value placed on academic excellence within Tennessee communities.
  • Provides a public, ceremonial honor without creating regulatory or fiscal obligations beyond the ceremonial recognition.

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

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