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HJR 1270

Memorials, Professional Achievement - Becky Doogan, Walnut Grove Elementary School Teacher of the Year -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Gino Bulso

Publicly recognize Becky Doogan as 2025-2026 Walnut Grove Elementary Teacher of the Year and commend her dedication, professionalism, and impact on public education.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1270

Summary of House Joint Resolution 1270 (HJR 1270), Tennessee 114th General Assembly

Overview

  • Bill type: House Joint Resolution (non-binding)
  • Sponsor: Rep. Gino Bulso (co-sponsor)
  • Session/jurisdiction: Tennessee, 114th General Assembly
  • Subject: Memorials, Professional Achievement – Recognition of Becky Doogan, Walnut Grove Elementary School Teacher of the Year (2025-2026)

Purpose and intent

  • The resolution honors and congratulates Becky Doogan for being selected as the 2025-2026 Walnut Grove Elementary School Teacher of the Year.
  • It acknowledges her dedication, professionalism, impact on students, and contributions to public education in Tennessee.
  • The resolution expresses appreciation for her service and wishes her continued success in her future endeavors.

Key provisions and changes

  • As a memorializing resolution, it does not create enforceable policy or spending. Instead, it:
    • Publicly recognizes Becky Doogan’s achievement.
    • Commends her for professional expertise, personal excellence, and positive influence on students.
    • Encourages continued excellence in public education.
  • The text includes a formal statement of recognition to be presented to Doogan, with the standard procedural language for resolutions of this nature (presentation copy, omission of extraneous clauses on final copy).

Persons and entities affected

  • Primary honoree: Becky Doogan, Walnut Grove Elementary School Teacher of the Year for 2025-2026.
  • Broader audience: Teachers, school personnel, students, and stakeholders in Tennessee’s public education system who are the intended beneficiaries of recognition programs and professional role-models.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Legislative path: Passed both chambers and transmitted to the Governor for action, consistent with a memorial resolution.
  • Action history highlights:
    • Introduced and placed on House consent calendar (April 2026).
    • Passed House (April 6, 2026) with a large majority (Ayes 90, Nays 0; PNV 2).
    • Concurred by Senate (April 13, 2026) with unanimous support (Ayes 31, Nays 0).
    • Enrolled and signed by presiding officers (mid-April 2026) and transmitted for gubernatorial action.
    • The Governor signed the resolution (April 16, 2026).
  • Effective date: The resolution becomes an official record upon governor’s signature; as a memorial, it does not impose new laws or budgets.

Additional notes

  • The text includes standard celebratory language recognizing Becky Doogan’s professional dedication, character, and impact on public service and education.
  • The resolution serves as an official commendation and public acknowledgment rather than a policy change or financial appropriation.

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

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