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SJR 910

Memorials, Professional Achievement - Leann Davis,Woodland Park Elementary School Teacher of the Year -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Paul Bailey

Tennessee legislature honors Leann Davis, Woodland Park Elementary School's Teacher of the Year, through ceremonial memorial resolution recognizing her educational achievement.

Placed on Senate Consent Calendar for 3/19/2026
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Bill Summary · SJR 910

Legislative bill overview

SJR 910 is a memorial resolution introduced in the Tennessee legislature that honors Leann Davis, a teacher at Woodland Park Elementary School who has been named Teacher of the Year. The bill formally recognizes her professional achievement and contributions to education.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve to officially recognize and honor individuals for significant accomplishments. Public recognition of exemplary educators can highlight the importance of quality teaching and may boost morale within the education sector. However, this is a symbolic gesture with no direct budgetary or policy implications.

Potential points of contention

  • Use of legislative time: Some may question whether the legislature should devote formal session time to individual recognitions rather than substantive policy matters
  • Selectivity of honorees: Memorial resolutions may raise questions about equity—why some teachers receive legislative recognition while others equally deserving do not
  • Scope creep: High volume of similar memorial bills could set precedent for extensive individual recognitions that consume legislative resources

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

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