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SJR 1128

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Xavier Wesley Shook, Top Ten Senior, Lewis County High School -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Joey Hensley

The bill ceremonial recognizes Xavier Wesley Shook as a 2026 Top Ten Senior at Lewis County High School for academic excellence and future plans to study psychology.

Transmitted to Governor for action.
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Bill Summary · SJR 1128

Summary of Bill: SJR 1128 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Title

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Xavier Wesley Shook, Top Ten Senior, Lewis County High School

Purpose and Intent

  • A Senate Joint Resolution recognizing and honoring an individual student, Xavier Wesley Shook, for achieving "Top Ten Senior" status in the 2026 graduating class at Lewis County High School.
  • The resolution expresses commendation from the Tennessee General Assembly for academic excellence and highlights Shook’s future plans and community pride.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Formal recognition: The bill explicitly commends Xavier Wesley Shook for being named a 2026 Lewis County High School Top Ten Senior.
  • Narrative of achievement: Includes statements about Shook’s GPA, participation in extracurricular activities (band and Boys State), academic diligence, and preparation for higher education.
  • Future plans: Notes Shook’s intent to study psychology at Middle Tennessee State University.
  • Form and delivery: Provides for an official copy of the resolution to be prepared and presented; standard ceremonial language outlining that the copy should bear no House or Senate designation on the language following the State seal.

Who/What is Affected

  • Individual: Xavier Wesley Shook receives formal recognition from the Tennessee General Assembly.
  • Institutions and community: Lewis County High School, the student’s family, and the local community are acknowledged as sources of support; the bill serves as an official state acknowledgment of local achievement.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Sponsor: Senator Hensley, with a co-sponsor noted as Joey Hensley.
  • Action history:
    • Filed for introduction: April 14, 2026
    • Passed on First Consideration: April 15, 2026
  • Legislative status: A ceremonial commemorative resolution; no direct fiscal impact, statutory changes, or policy shifts beyond formal recognition.

Practical Impact

  • Symbolic value: Provides statewide recognition of a high school student’s achievements, potentially serving as a motivational example for students and a point of pride for the student, family, and Lewis County community.
  • No changes to laws or programs: The bill does not create new programs, allocate dollars, or alter state policy beyond the ceremonial commendation.

Summary in One Sentence

SJR 1128 is a ceremonial Senate Joint Resolution that honors Xavier Wesley Shook for being named a 2026 Top Ten Senior at Lewis County High School, commending his academic excellence, extracurricular involvement, and plans to study psychology, while providing for an official copy to be presented.

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

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