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HJR 1277

Memorials, Professional Achievement - Blake Lannom, Franklin High School Teacher of the Year -

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

The resolution ceremonially honors Blake Lannom as Franklin High School Teacher of the Year for 2025-2026, recognizing his education service and impact.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1277

Summary of Bill: HJR 1277 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Purpose and overall intent

  • HJR 1277 is a House Joint Resolution designed to honor and congratulate an individual, Blake Lannom, on being selected as the 2025-2026 Franklin High School Teacher of the Year.
  • The resolution expresses appreciation for Lannom’s dedication to high-quality education and public service, recognizing his influence on students and colleagues.
  • It is a ceremonial acknowledgment, not a bill that changes law or state policy.

Key provisions and changes

  • The resolution states the intent to:
    • Honor Blake Lannom for his selection as Franklin High School Teacher of the Year for the 2025-2026 school year.
    • Commend his service to Tennessee’s students, professional expertise, and personal excellence.
    • See an official copy prepared and presented, with standard formatting language about the seal and designation.
  • It includes customary language affirming the General Assembly’s recognition of outstanding educators.

Who/what is affected

  • Primary subject: Blake Lannom, Franklin High School (presumably a faculty member at Franklin High School in Tennessee).
  • Indirectly, the resolution recognizes the broader community of Tennessee students and educators by highlighting exemplary teaching and public service.
  • There are no fiscal implications, regulatory changes, or policy alterations tied to this resolution.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Legislative action history highlights:
    • Introduced and placed on House consent calendar in early April 2026.
    • Passed the House with overwhelming support (Ayes 90, Nays 0, PNV 2) on 2026-04-06.
    • Concurred in the Senate with a unanimous vote (Ayes 31, Nays 0) on 2026-04-13.
    • Enrolled and signed by the House Speaker on 2026-04-15, and subsequently signed by the Senate Speaker on 2026-04-16.
    • Transmitted to the Governor for action on 2026-04-16; Governor has signed (as indicated by “Transmitted to Governor for his action” and related signatures).
  • Status: The resolution has completed both legislative chambers and awaiting or having received gubernatorial action; in this case, it shows subsequent gubernatorial signing, finalizing the resolution as a formal acknowledgment.

Notes

  • This is a ceremonial measure, common in Tennessee and other states, to publicly recognize distinguished educators and their contributions.
  • No changes to statutes or state policy result from an HJR; it serves to honor and publicly record appreciation for the recipient.

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

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