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HJR 136

Memorials, Professional Achievement - Nicole Lowe, Marshall County Schools Grades K-4 Teacher of the Year -

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

Ceremonial Tennessee General Assembly joint resolution honoring Nicole Lowe of Chapel Hill Elementary as Marshall County K–4 Teacher of the Year (2024–25), with no policy impact.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 136

Summary of HJR 136 (House Joint Resolution)

Overview

House Joint Resolution 136 memorializes and congratulates Nicole Lowe on her selection as the 2024–2025 Marshall County Schools Grades K–4 Teacher of the Year. The resolution is a ceremonial, non-binding concurrent memorial recognizing her dedication to high-quality education and public service. Nicole Lowe is noted as a Chapel Hill Elementary School teacher who inspires students and colleagues alike.

Purpose and Intent

  • Honor Nicole Lowe for exemplary teaching and positive impact on Tennessee students.
  • Acknowledge her professionalism, dedication, and service as a role model for educators.
  • Provide formal recognition from both the Tennessee House of Representatives and Senate.

Key Provisions

  • The resolution expresses admiration and congratulations to Nicole Lowe for receiving the 2024–2025 Marshall County Schools Grades K–4 Teacher of the Year.
  • It commends her commitment to motivating students to reach their potential as scholars and citizens.
  • It notes her influence on colleagues and students, and her embodiment of public-service and quality-education ideals.
  • The resolution requests an appropriate copy be prepared for presentation and includes the usual ceremonial language allowing the text following the state seal to appear without House/Senate designation.
  • It contains no appropriations, mandates, or policy changes; its effect is ceremonial recognition.

Who/What is Affected

  • Nicole Lowe, a teacher at Chapel Hill Elementary School (Marshall County), is the primary honoree.
  • The recognition is extended on behalf of the Tennessee General Assembly (both chambers).

Procedural History and Timeline

  • Introduced: February 12, 2025 (Sponsor: Warner).
  • February 13–14, 2025: Concurrence actions and passage through House/Senate processes; companion bill listed as HJR 52.
  • February 18–21, 2025: Formal actions indicating Senate leadership signatures and enrollment steps; transmitted to and signed by the Governor.
  • Status: Signed by the Governor (February 21, 2025). Public record indicates the memorial received executive approval and is in effect as a ceremonial recognition.
  • Related legislation: Companion bill HJR 52.

Related Bills

  • Companion: HJR 52 (also memorializing Nicole Lowe).

Additional Notes

  • This is a ceremonial joint resolution with no fiscal impact, no policy changes, and no new programs. Its purpose is to publicly recognize and celebrate an individual educator’s achievement.
  • For readers seeking further context, the resolution is categorized under memorials and professional achievement.

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

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