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HJR 528

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Sadey Grizzle, Valedictorian, Cannon County High School -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Michael Hale

This ceremonial joint resolution commends Sadey Grizzle for valedictorian status at Cannon County High School in 2025.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 528

Summary of House Joint Resolution 528 (HJR 528)

Purpose and Intent

  • HJR 528 is a memorial joint resolution recognizing and congratulating Sadey Grizzle for being named the valedictorian of Cannon County High School for the 2025 graduating class.
  • The resolution expresses admiration for her academic achievement, dedication, and potential, and extends best wishes for her future success. It is a ceremonial, commemorative measure rather than a policy or fiscal provision.

Key Provisions

  • Commendation: The General Assembly honors Sadey Grizzle for achieving valedictorian status in 2025 at Cannon County High School.
  • Recognition of Merit: The resolution highlights Grizzle’s exemplary GPA, intellectual aptitude, extracurricular involvement, and the pride her achievement brings to her family, school, and community.
  • Formal Language: The measure states that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation and that, upon request, the text following the State seal appear without House or Senate designations.
  • Nature of the Measure: As a joint resolution, it serves to memorialize and publicly acknowledge a student’s academic achievement rather than enact new law or authorize funding.

Affected Parties

  • Primary: Sadey Grizzle, the 2025 valedictorian of Cannon County High School.
  • Secondary: Cannon County High School, the student’s family and community, and the broader body of Tennessee lawmakers who recognize exemplary academic achievement.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: March 31, 2025 (Sponsor: Hale).
  • House actions: Widely supported; adopted April 3, 2025 (Ayes 91, Nays 0, PNV 0); sponsor addition on April 3.
  • Senate actions: Placed on consent calendar April 8, 2025; concurrence on April 10–11, 2025; enrolled and awaiting signature by the House Speaker on April 11, 2025.
  • Governor: Transmitted April 14, 2025 and signed into law on April 15, 2025.
  • Status: Signed by the Governor; the measure is ceremonial and does not alter statutes or create a financial obligation.

Impact and Policy Implications

  • Fiscal impact: None. The resolution is symbolic and ceremonial.
  • Public messaging: Formal recognition of student achievement can bolster community pride and highlight the value placed on academic excellence.
  • Precedent: Establishes a template for future memorial resolutions honoring individual students or other notable academic accomplishments.

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

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