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HJR 526

Memorials, Professional Achievement - Crystal Kennedy, Cannon County School District Supervisor of the Year -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Michael Hale

Ceremonial memorial recognizing Crystal Kennedy as 2024–2025 Cannon County School District Supervisor of the Year and highlighting her CTE leadership and program expansion.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 526

Summary of House Joint Resolution 526 (HJR 526)

Overview

  • Type: Joint Resolution (memorial)
  • Title: Memorials, Professional Achievement – Crystal Kennedy, Cannon County School District Supervisor of the Year
  • Sponsor: Hale
  • Introduced: March 31, 2025
  • Status: Signed by the Governor (April 15, 2025)
  • Purpose: A ceremonial acknowledgment recognizing Crystal Kennedy for being selected as the 2024–2025 Cannon County School District Supervisor of the Year and detailing her professional achievements in education.

Purpose and Intent

  • The primary aim is to honor Crystal Kennedy for her dedicated service as a Career and Technical Education (CTE) administrator within the Cannon County School District (CCSD) and to recognize the positive impact of her leadership on students, teachers, and the community.
  • The resolution serves as an official, commemorative record of Kennedy’s accomplishments rather than establishing or altering any policy, program, or appropriation.

Key Provisions and Provisions Highlights

  • Recognition: Officially honors and congratulates Crystal Kennedy on being named the 2024–2025 Cannon County School District Supervisor of the Year.
  • Scope of Achievement: Highlights her 18-year tenure with CCSD, progression from CTE teacher at Cannon County High School (CCHS) to CTE director, and her role in expanding CTE programming (including grades 6–8) and securing funding for CTE initiatives.
  • Notable Programs and Initiatives: Credits Kennedy with bringing innovative programs to CCHS such as the HUB, the Farm Lab, and the Cannon Paw Print Shop.
  • Professional Leadership: Notes her involvement as a board member of the Cannon County Chamber of Commerce and her efforts to broaden work-based learning opportunities for Cannon County students.
  • Education: Details Kennedy’s educational background (BS in Business Education from Middle Tennessee State University, 2007; MBA, 2010).
  • Personal and Professional Qualities: Describes her as dedicated, knowledgeable, and an inspiration to faculty and staff.
  • Formal Resolution Text: The document includes the customary concluding clause: “Be It Resolved” and the directive that an appropriate copy be prepared with specific formatting language, consistent with memorial resolutions.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Affected Parties: Crystal Kennedy (the individual recognized) and the public record of the Tennessee General Assembly.
  • Broader Impact: Serves as an official acknowledgment of excellence in public service and education within Tennessee, potentially elevating awareness of CTE programs in Cannon County.

Procedural History and Timeline

  • 2025-03-31: Introduced in the House.
  • 2025-04-03: House adopted the resolution; progressed to Senate.
  • 2025-04-03 to 2025-04-07: Formal actions in the Senate, including sponsor additions and calendar placement.
  • 2025-04-08 to 2025-04-10: Senate consent calendar actions; concurrence with House.
  • 2025-04-11: Enrolled; forwarded to the Governor.
  • 2025-04-14: Transmitted to Governor for action.
  • 2025-04-15: Governor signed the resolution into law (ceremonial, memorial status).

Impact and Fiscal Note

  • Fiscal Impact: None anticipated; the bill is ceremonial and does not create new programs, require funding, or alter state law.
  • Policy Impact: No changes to existing statutes or operational duties; the resolution serves to publicly recognize an educator’s achievements.

Bottom Line

HJR 526 is a ceremonial joint resolution recognizing Crystal Kennedy for her leadership and contributions to Cannon County’s education system, celebrating her selection as Supervisor of the Year, and affirming appreciation for her service. It completed a standard legislative path and was signed into law by the governor in April 2025.

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

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