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HR 224

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Kobie Kidd, Valedictorian, Oneida High School -

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

Designates Kobie Kidd as the 2026 Oneida High School valedictorian and honors his academic achievement.

Filed for introduction
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Bill Summary · HR 224

Summary of House Resolution 224 (HR 224), 114th Tennessee General Assembly

Title

Memorials, Academic Achievement – Kobie Kidd, Valedictorian, Oneida High School

Purpose and Intent

  • Recognizes and honors Kobie Kidd as the 2026 valedictorian of Oneida High School.
  • Expresses commendation for Kidd’s academic excellence and extensive scholastic and extracurricular achievements.
  • Publicly acknowledges Kidd as a source of pride for his family, school, and community.
  • Seeks to extend best wishes for his future success.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Officially designates Kobie Kidd as the 2026 Oneida High School Valedictorian in the form of a memorial resolution.
  • States the House of Representatives’ intent to honor Kidd’s academic achievement.
  • Requests that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation to Kidd (with the final clause about omission of that copying language noted in the text).

Notable Components

  • The bill is a ceremonial resolve, not a statute or budgetary measure.
  • Includes standard “be it resolved” language common to resolutions, affirming recognition by the Tennessee House of Representatives.

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • Kobie Kidd: Recognized as the 2026 valedictorian of Oneida High School.
  • Oneida High School community (students, staff, families) and the broader Tennessee community via official recognition.
  • No changes to laws, policies, funding, or administrative programs.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction and sponsor: House Resolution 224, sponsored by Rep. Keisling, with co-sponsor Rep. Kelly Keisling.
  • Action history:
    • 2026-04-20: Introduced and placed on House consent calendar for 4/21/2026.
    • 2026-04-20: Filed for introduction.
  • This is a ceremonial measure; no fiscal impact or implementation requirements are anticipated.

Additional Context

  • The resolution emphasizes the value of recognizing student achievement and academic distinction within the state.
  • It serves as a formal exhortation for the legislature to publicly acknowledge high-achieving students and celebrate educational excellence.

If you’d like, I can compare this resolution to typical Tennessee ceremonial resolutions or provide a brief overview of how such resolutions are used in practice within the Tennessee General Assembly.

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

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