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HR 221

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Mariana Wright, Valedictorian, Oneida High School -

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

Ceremonial recognition by the Tennessee House of Representatives of Mariana Wright as Oneida High School’s 2026 valedictorian for her academic excellence and best wishes for her fu

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Bill Summary · HR 221

Summary of Bill HR 221 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Title

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Mariana Wright, Valedictorian, Oneida High School

Purpose and Intent

  • To honor and recognize Mariana Wright for being named the valedictorian of the 2026 graduating class at Oneida High School.
  • To publicly commend her academic excellence and acknowledge the pride her achievement brings to her family, school, and community.
  • To express best wishes for Mariana Wright’s future success.

Key Provisions

  • Formal recognition by the Tennessee House of Representatives for Mariana Wright as the 2026 valedictorian of Oneida High School.
  • The resolution states that Wright has earned an exemplary grade point average, participated in numerous extracurricular activities, and demonstrated intellectual aptitude and ambition.
  • The House directs that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation, with the closing clause about the copy’s preparation to be omitted from the final copy presented.

Affected Parties

  • Primary individual: Mariana Wright (Oneida High School).
  • Secondary beneficiaries: Oneida High School, Wright’s family, school staff, and the local community, which may take pride in and publicly acknowledge her achievement.
  • Legislative body: Tennessee House of Representatives, which is providing the recognition.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Sponsorship: Co-sponsored by Rep. Kelly Keisling.
  • Action History:
    • Introduced and filed for introduction on April 20, 2026.
    • Placed on the House consent calendar for consideration on April 21, 2026.
  • No fiscal impact, regulatory changes, or policy amendments are proposed; the bill is a ceremonial resolution.

Practical Impact

  • The measure serves as a formal, symbolic acknowledgment rather than a policy change.
  • It provides public recognition that may be used by Wright for personal or academic opportunities and serves to highlight academic achievement within the state.

Summary

HR 221 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Mariana Wright as the 2026 valedictorian of Oneida High School. It highlights her GPA, involvement in extracurriculars, and overall academic excellence, and it extends best wishes for her future. The bill is purely commemorative and carries no financial or regulatory impact.

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

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