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Memorials, Academic Achievement - Jolie Duncan, Salutatorian, Oneida High School -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kelly Keisling

The bill formally honors Jolie Duncan as the 2026 Salutatorian of Oneida High School for academic excellence and presents best wishes from the Tennessee House.

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Bill Summary · HR 218

Summary of HR 218 (Session 114) – Tennessee

Title

Memorializing Jolie Duncan, Salutatorian, Oneida High School (Class of 2026)

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill is a House Resolution (HR 218) sponsored by Rep. Keisling with co-sponsor Rep. Kelly Keisling.
  • Its main purpose is to officially commend and honor Jolie Duncan for achieving Salutatorian status in the 2026 graduating class at Oneida High School.
  • It recognizes Ms. Duncan’s academic excellence, dedication, and anticipated future success, and expresses best wishes from the Tennessee House of Representatives.

Key Provisions

  • Formal recognition of Jolie Duncan as the 2026 Salutatorian of Oneida High School.
  • Acknowledgment of her exemplary grade point average, involvement in extracurricular activities, and overall scholastic achievement.
  • A statement of pride for her family, school, and community.
  • Authorization for an appropriately prepared copy of the resolution to be presented to Ms. Duncan.
  • The resolution is to be read and filed as an official record of the House.

Who or What Is Affected

  • Jolie Duncan, a student at Oneida High School, is the primary person honored.
  • Oneida High School and the broader community (family, school peers, local supporters) are acknowledged as benefiting from the recognition.
  • The act has no direct regulatory impact, funding implications, or policy changes; it is a ceremonial acknowledgment by the Tennessee General Assembly.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction date: April 20, 2026.
  • The bill was placed on the House consent calendar for consideration on April 21, 2026.
  • Status indicates it is a memorial/resolution (non-binding), intended to be adopted as an expression of goodwill rather than a law.
  • Sponsor: Representative (and co-sponsor) Kelly Keisling.

Additional Notes

  • The resolution emphasizes traditional respect for academic achievement and civic recognition.
  • No fiscal impact or regulatory changes are associated with this measure.

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

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