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HJR 1018

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Noah Scott Parker, Top Ten Senior, Zion Christian Academy -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kip Capley

Tennessee legislature honors Noah Scott Parker, a top ten senior at Zion Christian Academy, through ceremonial memorial resolution with no legal or fiscal effect.

Transmitted to Governor for his action.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1018

Legislative bill overview

HJR 1018 is a memorial resolution passed by the Tennessee legislature honoring Noah Scott Parker, a top ten senior at Zion Christian Academy. The resolution recognizes his academic achievement and has been transmitted to the Governor for final action. This is a ceremonial bill with no statutory effect or budgetary impact.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions like this serve as official state recognition of individual accomplishments and allow legislatures to highlight achievements within their communities. While ceremonial in nature, such recognitions can be meaningful to the individuals, families, and schools involved, and demonstrate legislative attention to local academic excellence.

Potential points of contention

  • Use of legislative time: Some argue that state legislatures should focus on substantive policy rather than honoring individual students, particularly when dozens of similar resolutions may pass annually
  • Selectivity and equity: Questions about why this particular student receives state legislative recognition while thousands of other high-achieving students do not, and whether this reflects any bias in sponsor selection
  • Precedent concerns: The ease of passage for memorial resolutions could create pressure for equal recognition of other students, potentially overwhelming legislative calendars

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

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