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HJR 1601

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Tinslee Brewer, Salutatorian, Collinwood High School -

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

Ceremonial resolution recognizing Tinslee Brewer for Salutatorian status with a 98.444 GPA and plans to become a middle school science teacher.

Signed by Senate Speaker
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Bill Summary · HJR 1601

Summary of Bill: HJR 1601 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Title

House Joint Resolution 1601 (HJR1601)

Purpose

To commend and honor Tinslee Brewer, the 2026 Salutatorian of Collinwood High School, for outstanding academic achievement and to extend best wishes for her future.

What the bill does

  • Proclaims appreciation and recognition from the Tennessee General Assembly for Tinslee Brewer’s academic excellence.
  • Specifically acknowledges that Brewer was named Salutatorian of the 2026 graduating class at Collinwood High School.
  • Highlights Brewer’s accomplishments, including:
    • A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 98.444.
    • Involvement in numerous extracurricular activities.
    • An anticipated pursuit of a Bachelor of Science degree in Education to become a middle school science teacher.
  • States that this recognition is a source of pride for Brewer’s parents (Shannon Brewer and Erin Risner), her school, and the community.
  • Provides that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation (with a minor formatting clause about the copy’s final language).

Provisions and specifics

  • Formal recognition by both chambers: The resolution is a joint resolution of the Tennessee House of Representatives and the Senate.
  • Directs presentation: An official copy of the resolution should be prepared and presented to Tinslee Brewer.
  • No policy or funding changes: The bill does not authorize programs, money, or policy changes; it is ceremonial and honors an individual student.

Who is affected

  • Primary beneficiary: Tinslee Brewer (Collinwood High School) as the subject of the commendation.
  • Indirect beneficiaries: Brewer’s family, school community, and supporters who are acknowledged in the resolution.

Procedural and timeline details

  • Introduction and passage timeline:
    • The resolution passed the House and moved to the Senate.
    • House action: Introduced and placed on the House consent calendar; adopted with unanimous support (93-0; 4/22/2026).
    • Senate action: Referred to the Senate Calendar Committee; later concurred and placed on the Senate consent calendar (4/23/2026).
    • Final concurrence: Senate concurred with the House version (4/23/2026) with unanimous support (Ayes 32, Nays 0).
  • Final step: The resolution is set for presentation as an official commemorative copy.

Bottom line

HJR1601 is a ceremonial, non-controversial resolution recognizing Tinslee Brewer for achieving Salutatorian status with an exemplary 98.444 GPA at Collinwood High School, noting her plans to pursue education and contribute as a middle school science teacher, and extending best wishes for her future. The measure reflects a state-level acknowledgment of student achievement and community pride.

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

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