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Memorials, Academic Achievement - Matthew Kurrus, Salutatorian, Covington High School -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Paul Rose

The resolution ceremonially honors Matthew Kurrus as Covington High School’s 2026 Salutatorian, publicly recognizing his scholastic achievement and best wishes for his future.

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Bill Summary · SR 388

Summary of Senate Resolution 388 (SR 388), Tennessee 114th General Assembly

Overview

  • Type: Senate Resolution
  • Subject: Memorial recognition and honor for Matthew Kurrus, Covington High School
  • Position: Salutatorian of Covington High School, Class of 2026
  • Sponsor: Senator Rose (Co-sponsor: Senator Paul Rose)
  • Status: Passed the Senate and enrolled for signatures (as of 2026-04-15)
  • Date of actions: Introduced 2026-04-02; Passed first reading 2026-04-06; Passed second consideration 2026-04-09; Adopted by Senate 2026-04-13; Signed/enrolled 2026-04-15

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution formally honors and recognizes Matthew Kurrus for his academic achievement as the 2026 Salutatorian of Covington High School.
  • It acknowledges his academic excellence, dedication, and extracurricular involvement, and it conveys the Senate’s appreciation and best wishes for his future.

Key Provisions

  • Recognition Statement: The resolution commends Matthew Kurrus for his outstanding scholastic performance and status as Salutatorian.
  • Public Acknowledgement: The Senate expresses pride in his accomplishments and intent to celebrate his achievements as part of Tennessee’s tradition of honoring high-achieving students.
  • Copy for Presentation: An appropriate copy of the resolution is to be prepared and presented to Mr. Kurrus (with standard final clause indicating customary presentation).

Who/What is Affected

  • Primary Beneficiary: Matthew Kurrus (Covington High School), recognizing his status as Salutatorian.
  • Institutional/Community Impact: Covington High School and the local community receive formal acknowledgement within state government records, reinforcing a culture of academic excellence.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Filed for introduction: 2026-04-02
  • First Consideration: 2026-04-06 (passed)
  • Second Consideration: 2026-04-09 (refer to Senate Calendar Committee; passed)
  • Adoption: 2026-04-13 (Ayes 31, Nays 0)
  • Enrollment/Signature: 2026-04-15 (Signed by Senate Speaker; enrolled and ready for signatures)
  • Sponsor Roll: Co-sponsor: Paul Rose

Notes

  • This is a commemorative, non-binding measure typical of state legislatures used to publicly acknowledge exceptional student achievement.
  • No changes to statutes, funding, or policy are embedded in this resolution. Its effect is ceremonial recognition and record of the honor.

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

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