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SJR 1269

Memorials, Academic Achievement - McKenzie Greene, Salutatorian, Van Buren County High School -

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

Commends and honors McKenzie Greene for attaining Salutatorian at Van Buren County High School, recognizing academic achievement and best wishes for future success.

Transmitted to Governor for action.
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Bill Summary · SJR 1269

Summary of Senate Joint Resolution 1269 (SJR 1269) — Tennessee, 114th General Assembly

Overall purpose

  • SJR 1269 is a ceremonial, non-binding resolution intended to commend and honor a exemplary student: McKenzie Greene, the 2026 Salutatorian of Van Buren County High School.
  • The resolution expresses pride and best wishes for her future, recognizing academic achievement and personal merit.

Key provisions and changes

  • Formal recognition: The bill “commends and honors” McKenzie Greene for attaining Salutatorian status in the 2026 graduating class at Van Buren County High School.
  • Language and tone: The resolution uses standard legislative praise for academic excellence and positive character traits, acknowledging the student’s GPA, extracurricular involvement, and preparation for future success.
  • Courtesy content: The resolution requests that an appropriate copy be prepared and presented, with standard formatting caveats (omitting House/Senate designation language on the final copy).

Who/what is affected

  • Primary beneficiary: McKenzie Greene, the 2026 Salutatorian of Van Buren County High School.
  • Secondary beneficiaries: The student, family, school, and local community who gain statewide recognition of academic achievement; the resolution also reflects positively on Van Buren County High School.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Sponsor: Co-sponsor Paul Bailey.
  • Status and actions (as of the latest record):
    • Introduced and filed for introduction.
    • Adopted by the Senate with unanimous support (Ayes 32, Nays 0).
    • Placed on the Senate Consent Calendar and subsequently transmitted to the House.
    • Concurred in by the House (Ayes 89, Nays 0, PNV 0).
    • Placed on the House consent calendar and engrossed; prepared for transmission to the House.
  • The bill is ceremonial and does not create or modify law, funding, or state policy; it simply records an official commendation.

Additional notes

  • The bill uses boilerplate language common to commemorative resolutions, emphasizing merit, community pride, and best wishes for future success.
  • No fiscal impact, regulatory changes, or programmatic amendments are associated with this bill.

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

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