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HJR 1278

Memorials, Professional Achievement - Natalie Pratt, Brentwood High School Teacher of the Year -

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

The bill formally recognizes Natalie Pratt as Brentwood High School Teacher of the Year for 2025-2026, awarding ceremonial public commendation.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1278

Summary of HJR 1278 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Purpose

HJR 1278 is a House Joint Resolution recognizing and honoring Natalie Pratt, a teacher at Brentwood High School, for being selected as the 2025-2026 Brentwood High School Teacher of the Year. The resolution expresses commendation for her service, professional excellence, and impact on students, and it requests that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared and presented.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Citation and Recognition: The resolution formally recognizes Natalie Pratt as Brentwood High School Teacher of the Year for the 2025-2026 academic year.
  • Statement of Qualities: The resolution describes Pratt as dedicated, capable, compassionate, inspirational to students and colleagues, and committed to high standards of public service and quality education.
  • Official Commendation: The General Assembly expresses its congratulations, appreciation, and best wishes for Pratt’s future endeavors.
  • Copy and Presentation: An appropriate copy of the resolution is to be prepared for presentation, with a provision about the formatting of the final copy (omitting certain designations after the state seal).

Who/What is Affected

  • Individual: Natalie Pratt, Brentwood High School teacher.
  • Institutional/Procedural: The resolution adds ceremonial recognition within the Tennessee General Assembly’s official records and public statements.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Sponsor and Status: Sponsored (and co-sponsored) by House member Gino Bulso. The bill progressed through the standard legislative process, including being introduced, placed on consent calendars, engrossed, transmitted to the Senate, concurred, enrolled, and signed by both chambers’ leadership.
  • Important Dates (from Action History):
    • April 2–6, 2026: Introduced, placed on consent calendar, sponsor additions, and initial approvals.
    • April 9–10, 2026: Transmitted to Senate; referred to Senate Calendar Committee; later placed on Senate Consent Calendar.
    • April 13–15, 2026: Concurred by Senate with unanimous support (Ayes 31, Nays 0); enrolled and prepared for signature.
    • April 15–16, 2026: Signed by House Speaker and Senate leadership; transmitted to Governor.
    • April 16, 2026: Governor signed (or acted on) the measure.

Practical Impact

  • This is a ceremonial memorial recognizing a distinguished teacher’s achievement. It has no regulatory or budgetary impact on schools or state programs. Its primary effect is formal acknowledgment and public commendation by the Tennessee General Assembly, contributing to the historical record of notable educators at the state level.

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

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