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SR 417

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Rakyah Watson, Salutatorian, Middle College High School -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Raumesh Akbari

The bill formally commends Rakyah Watson for being 2026 Salutatorian at Middle College High School, celebrating her academic excellence and wishing her future success.

Adopted, Ayes 28, Nays 0
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Bill Summary · SR 417

Summary of Senate Resolution 417 (SR 417), 114th General Assembly, Tennessee

Purpose

  • SR 417 is a memorial resolution honoring and recognizing a high-achieving student, Rakyah Watson, for being named the 2026 Salutatorian at Middle College High School.
  • The resolution expresses commendation, admiration, and best wishes for Ms. Watson’s future, and requests that an appropriately inscribed copy be prepared for presentation.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Declares appreciation for Rakyah Watson’s academic excellence, GPA, and participation in extracurricular activities.
  • Acknowledges her status as Salutatorian of the 2026 graduating class at Middle College High School.
  • Commends her for diligence, composure during examinations, and commitment to academic achievement.
  • Provides a formal statement of honor from the Tennessee Senate.
  • The resolution includes a clause about preparing and presenting an official copy (with the final presentation clause omitted from the copy).

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • Primary beneficiary: Rakyah Watson (student at Middle College High School) receives formal recognition from the Tennessee Senate.
  • Middle College High School is recognized for its role in Ms. Watson’s academic achievement.
  • The broader community is given a public acknowledgement of academic excellence.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Filed: April 13, 2026
  • First Consideration: April 14, 2026 (passed on First Consideration)
  • Second Consideration: April 15, 2026 (passed on Second Consideration; referred to Senate Calendar Committee)
  • As a memorial resolution, it does not create new law or fiscal obligations; it serves a ceremonial and ceremonial-recognition function.
  • No effective date or funding requirements are specified; its impact is symbolic and commemorative.

Context

  • Sponsored by Senator Akbari, with co-sponsorship noted.
  • Part of the Tennessee Senate’s tradition of issuing memorial resolutions to honor notable students and educational achievements.

Bottom Line

SR 417 formally commends Rakyah Watson for achieving Salutatorian status in 2026 at Middle College High School, celebrates her academic excellence and extracurricular involvement, and offers best wishes for her future. It is a ceremonial recognition with no legislative or fiscal impact.

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

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