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SR 371

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Jonathan Kelly, Valedictorian, Brighton High School -

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

SR 371 honors Brighton High School valedictorian Jonathan Kelly for 2026 academic excellence with ceremonial recognition and best wishes for the future.

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Bill Summary · SR 371

Summary of Senate Resolution 371 (SR 371) — 114th General Assembly, Tennessee

Purpose and Intent

  • SR 371 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing and honoring Jonathan Kelly, the 2026 Valedictorian of Brighton High School.
  • The resolution expresses commendation for academic excellence and extends best wishes for the student’s future.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Formal recognition: The resolution designates Jonathan Kelly as the Brighton High School Valedictorian for the 2026 graduating class.
  • Commendation language: It highlights Kelly’s exemplary GPA, intellectual aptitude, extracurricular involvement, and dedication to academic achievement.
  • Presentation: An appropriate copy of the resolution is prepared for presentation to Jonathan Kelly, with the final clause noting that the copy should omit certain procedural language.

Who/What is Affected

  • Primary beneficiary: Jonathan Kelly (the Brighton High School Valedictorian, class of 2026).
  • The broader impact includes the Brighton High School community (students, families, faculty) and Tennessee’s educational community by showcasing student excellence.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction and progress:
    • Filed for introduction: April 2, 2026
    • First Consideration: April 6, 2026 (passed)
    • Second Consideration: April 9, 2026 (passed)
    • Senate Consent Calendar: April 10, 2026
    • Adopted by Senate: April 13, 2026 (Ayes 31, Nays 0)
    • Signed by Senate Speaker and enrolled for signatures: April 15, 2026
  • Status: Final, non-binding resolution; ceremonial in nature and does not create statutory requirements or funding obligations.

Additional Context

  • Co-sponsor: Senator Paul Rose
  • SR 371 follows a standard template for recognizing individual scholastic achievement at the high school level, emphasizing congratulations, pride for family and community, and best wishes for the recipient’s future.

This summary captures the bill’s purpose (honor and commend a high-achieving student), key content (recognition language and ceremonial presentation), affected parties (Jonathan Kelly and his community), and procedural timeline (passage through the Tennessee Senate in April 2026).

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

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