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SJR 1230

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Lexi Luna, Salutatorian, Christian Community Schools -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kerry Roberts

A ceremonial resolution recognizing Lexi Luna for exemplary academics and achievement as the 2026 Salutatorian of Christian Community Schools.

Transmitted to Governor for action.
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Bill Summary · SJR 1230

Summary: Senate Joint Resolution 1230 (SJR 1230), 114th Tennessee General Assembly

Purpose

SJR 1230 is a ceremonial resolution commemorating and honoring an individual student. Specifically, it recognizes Lexi Luna, the 2026 Salutatorian of Christian Community Schools, for her academic achievement and contributions during her high school career. The resolution expresses pride and best wishes for her future.

Key Provisions and Content

  • Recognition of Lexi Luna: Acknowledges Lexi Luna as the 2026 Salutatorian of Christian Community Schools.
  • Statement of Merit: Highlights Luna’s “exemplary grade point average,” diligence, participation in extracurricular activities, and overall academic excellence.
  • Policy Purpose: The resolution serves to commend and honor the student and convey the General Assembly’s respect, admiration, and commendation.
  • Formal Language: Includes standard language for a memorial resolution, with a clause noting that an appropriate copy be prepared for presentation.
  • Publication Clause: The closing language specifies how the certificate should be formatted when presented (i.e., omit House/Senate designation on the final copy and align with the State seal language).

Who/What is Affected

  • Individually Affected: Lexi Luna (the named salutatorian) receives formal recognition from the Tennessee General Assembly.
  • Institutional Affected: Christian Community Schools are indirectly recognized through the attribution of Luna’s achievements to their school.
  • Legislative Impact: No changes to law, funding, or policy; this is a ceremonial acknowledgment.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Sponsor: Primary sponsor is Senator Roberts; Co-sponsor is Senator Kerry Roberts.
  • Action History:
    • Filed for introduction: April 20, 2026
    • Passed First Consideration: April 21, 2026
    • Passed Second Consideration, referred to Senate Calendar Committee: April 22, 2026
  • Nature of Bill: Non-binding, ceremonial resolution (SJR stands for Senate Joint Resolution). It does not amend statutes or create enforceable obligations.

Overall Impact

  • The bill publicly honors a high-achieving student, reinforcing the value placed on academic excellence. It has symbolic significance, offering public recognition without altering laws, budgets, or policy programs. The resolution contributes to bipartisan ceremonial duties of the General Assembly, sustaining traditions of commendation and community pride.

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

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