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HJR 1412

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Kynlee Johnson, Top Ten Senior, Frank Hughes School -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kip Capley

The bill ceremonial-acknowledges Kynlee Johnson as a 2026 Top Ten Senior at Frank Hughes School for academic excellence and offers best wishes for her future.

Adopted, Ayes 90, Nays 0, PNV 2
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Bill Summary · HJR 1412

Summary of House Joint Resolution 1412 (HJR 1412), 114th Tennessee General Assembly

Purpose

HJR 1412 is a memorial resolution recognizing and commending Kynlee Johnson, a 2026 Top Ten Senior at Frank Hughes School. The measure serves to honor her academic achievement and extend best wishes for her future.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Declares recognition by the Tennessee General Assembly for Kynlee Johnson’s status as a Top Ten Senior for the 2026 graduating class at Frank Hughes School.
  • Commends her for:
    • Outstanding academic performance (high grade point average and scholastic achievement)
    • Participation in extracurricular activities
    • Demonstrated intellectual aptitude and ambition
  • Expresses the General Assembly’s best wishes for her continued future success.
  • The formal conclusion includes a provision: an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation, with minor formatting notes about copy language (the clause referencing the copy’s language is a standard ceremonial closing).

Who/What is Affected

  • Primary beneficiary: Kynlee Johnson (student at Frank Hughes School)
  • Institutional/Stakeholder impact: Frank Hughes School and the local community benefit from statewide recognition of student achievement.
  • Legislative impact: A ceremonial acknowledgment; does not create new programs, funding, or regulatory requirements.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Sponsorship: Co-sponsored by Kip Capley.
  • Action history:
    • Introduced and filed for introduction on April 14, 2026.
    • Placed on the House consent calendar for April 15, 2026.
    • Passed the House unanimously on April 15, 2026 (Ayes 90, Nays 0, PNV 2).
    • Engrossed and transmitted to the Senate for consideration on April 15, 2026.
  • Senate action: The resolution is noted as concurring by the Senate; final language indicates the resolution is ceremonial and does not entail policy changes.

Notes

  • The bill is a memorial resolution, which is a formal expression of esteem rather than a law imposing duties or allocating funds.
  • The resolution emphasizes the value of academic discipline, school achievement, and community pride.
  • The text confirms standard practice for memorials: preparation of an approved copy for presentation to the recipient or school.

Bottom Line

HJR 1412 is a ceremonial, non-binding acknowledgment by Tennessee’s General Assembly recognizing Kynlee Johnson as a 2026 Top Ten Senior at Frank Hughes School, celebrating her academic excellence and offering best wishes for her future. The measure passed the House with strong bipartisan support and moved to the Senate for concurrence.

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

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