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SJR 1180

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Yejoon Ham, Valedictorian, Bearden High School -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Richard Briggs

The bill formally commends Yejoon Ham as Bearden High School’s 2026 valedictorian and expresses best wishes for his future endeavors.

Transmitted to Governor for action.
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Bill Summary · SJR 1180

Summary of Senate Joint Resolution 1180 (SJR 1180) – Tennessee, 114th General Assembly

Title

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Yejoon Ham, Valedictorian, Bearden High School

Purpose and intent

  • SJR 1180 is a ceremonial resolution that honors and commends Yejoon Ham for achieving the status of Valedictorian for the Bearden High School graduating class of 2026.
  • The resolution expresses the General Assembly’s appreciation for Ham’s academic excellence and his contributions to his school and community.
  • It recognizes Ham as an outstanding example of scholarly achievement and wishes him continued success in the future.

Key provisions and changes

  • Formal commendation: The resolution formally acknowledges Yejoon Ham’s status as Bearden High School’s 2026 valedictorian.
  • Gratitude and best wishes: It extends best wishes from the General Assembly for Ham’s future endeavors.
  • Publication and presentation: An appropriate copy of the resolution, with standard formatting, is prepared for presentation to Ham (the text notes that the House and Senate designations would be omitted on the final copy sent to him).

Who/what is affected

  • Primary beneficiary: Yejoon Ham, the 2026 Valedictorian of Bearden High School.
  • Indirect beneficiaries: Bearden High School, the broader Bearden High School community, and the Tennessee General Assembly, which recognizes student achievement publicly.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction: Filed for introduction on April 20, 2026.
  • Status: A memorial resolution; ceremonial in nature, typically adopted to publicly recognize a student’s achievement.
  • Sponsor: Senator Briggs (and co-sponsor Senator Richard Briggs is listed, indicating additional sponsorship and support from the senator’s office).

Additional context

  • This type of resolution is customary in Tennessee to honor outstanding high school students who have achieved valedictorian status, reflecting the state’s interest in recognizing academic excellence and encouraging student achievement.
  • The resolution is non-binding and does not create new policy or requirements; it is a formal gesture of recognition.

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