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HJR 342

Memorials, Professional Achievement - Christy Pennington, Westhills Elementary School Teacher of the Year -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Todd Warner

Ceremonial Tennessee resolution honors Christy Pennington as 2024–2025 Westhills Elementary K-4 Teacher of the Year; provides official commendation with no policy or fiscal impact.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 342

Summary of House Joint Resolution 342 (HJR 342)

Overview

HJR 342 is a ceremonial, joint resolution of the Tennessee General Assembly honoring Christy Pennington for being named the 2024–2025 Westhills Elementary School Grades K-4 Teacher of the Year. The measure is memorial in nature and does not create or modify law or policy. It was introduced March 11, 2025, and subsequently signed by the governor on April 1, 2025.

Purpose and Intent

  • Recognize and celebrate Christy Pennington’s dedication, professionalism, and impact as an educator in Tennessee.
  • Acknowledge her role in motivating students to excel academically and grow as citizens.
  • Publicly commend her service to the children of Tennessee and her contributions to public education.

Key Provisions

  • The resolution states that the General Assembly “honor and congratulate” Christy Pennington for being selected as the 2024–2025 Westhills Elementary School Grades K-4 Teacher of the Year.
  • It lauds her as a talented and compassionate educator who demonstrates commitment to high-quality education.
  • It conveys best wishes for her future endeavors and recognizes her as an inspiration to colleagues and students.
  • The measure authorizes the preparation of an appropriate commemorative copy of the resolution for presentation, with customary formatting requirements (the final clause noted to be omitted from the copy if presented).

Who Is Affected

  • Primary: Christy Pennington, the named educator.
  • Secondary: The broader Tennessee education community, including students, families, and colleagues who are affected by her recognition and the public acknowledgment of exemplary teaching.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: March 11, 2025 (Sponsor: Warner).
  • House actions: Adopted March 17, 2025; transmitted to the Senate March 20, 2025.
  • Senate actions: Concurred March 24, 2025 (Ayes 33, Nays 0).
  • Enrolled and signed by House Speaker March 26, 2025; signed by Senate leadership March 26, 2025; transmitted for governor’s action March 27, 2025.
  • Governor’s action: Signed into law on April 1, 2025.

Significance and Impact

  • This is a ceremonial honor and has no fiscal impact or policy change.
  • It formally records statewide recognition of an exemplary teacher and highlights the value TS public education places on teacher achievement.
  • The resolution serves as an official commendation that can be shared with Pennington and her school community.

If you’d like, I can extract the exact wording of the operative resolution clause or provide a short biographical note template for a commemorative program.

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

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