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HJR 1522

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Madeline Ward, Top Ten Senior, Gordonsville High School -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Michael Hale

Ceremonially recognizes Madeline Ward as a 2026 Gordonsville High School Top Ten Senior and plans to present an official commendation.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1522

Summary: House Joint Resolution 1522 (HJR 1522), 114th Tennessee General Assembly

Purpose

  • To commend and recognize Madeline Ward, a 2026 Top Ten Senior at Gordonsville High School, for her academic achievement and to extend best wishes for her future.

Key provisions and changes

  • Formal acknowledgment by both the Tennessee House of Representatives and the Senate (concurrence) of Madeline Ward’s status as a Top Ten Senior for the 2026 graduating class.
  • The resolution states the intent to honor her through an official commendation.
  • An official copy of the resolution is to be prepared for presentation, with standard formatting language about omitting legislative identifiers from the copy when presented.

Who/What is affected

  • Primary beneficiary: Madeline Ward, Gordonsville High School.
  • Indirect beneficiaries: Gordonsville High School (in recognition of student achievement), the student’s family, school community, and broader community pride in academic excellence.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction/Filed: April 20, 2026.
  • Status: A House Joint Resolution that is likely to be considered by both chambers (House and Senate) for concurrence to memorialize the recognition of Madeline Ward.
  • The text indicates standard statutory language for memorial resolutions, including presentation of the resolution to the honoree.

Additional context

  • The resolution situates Ward among Tennessee and national “Top Ten Senior” recognitions, emphasizing sustained academic excellence, participation in extracurricular activities, and exemplary GPA (as described in the resolution’s recitation).
  • The document was sponsored by Rep. Michael Hale (co-sponsor) and does not propose policy changes or budgetary implications; its effect is ceremonial and symbolic.

Bottom line

HJR 1522 is a ceremonial measure recognizing Madeline Ward’s status as a 2026 Gordonsville High School Top Ten Senior, celebrating her academic achievements and offering best wishes for her future, and ordering an official copy for presentation.

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

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