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SJR 477

Memorials, Professional Achievement - Rachael Agnew, Rutland Elementary School Teacher of the Year -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Mark Pody

Ceremonial memorial recognizing Rachael Agnew as Rutland Elementary School’s 2024–25 Teacher of the Year; honors her impact on Tennessee students; no new funding.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SJR 477

Summary of Senate Joint Resolution 477 (SJR 477)

Purpose and Context

SJR 477 is a joint resolution memorializing and recognizing Rachael Agnew for her achievement as Rutland Elementary School’s Teacher of the Year for the 2024–2025 school year. The resolution honors her dedication to public education, professional excellence, and positive impact on Tennessee students. It is a ceremonial, non-budgetary measure designed to publicly commend an outstanding educator.

Key Provisions

  • Official recognition of Rachael Agnew as the 2024–2025 Rutland Elementary School Teacher of the Year.
  • Statements praising Ms. Agnew’s dedication, professional ability, integrity, and positive influence on students.
  • Description of Ms. Agnew’s background: over five years of teaching experience; grades K–2 exceptional education teacher; BS in Liberal Studies; Master’s in Teaching.
  • The resolution commends her service to the children of Tennessee and wishes her continued success.
  • A directive that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation, with a provision related to formatting language upon transmission that avoids House or Senate designation in certain copies.

Affected Parties

  • Primary: Rachael Agnew, Rutland Elementary School (and by extension, her students, colleagues, and the Rutland community).
  • Secondary: Tennessee educators and public schools, as the resolution highlights teacher achievement and professional standards.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: April 21, 2025.
  • Senate actions:
    • April 22, 2025: Adopted on the Senate floor (Ayes 33, Nays 0); placed on consent calendar; engrossed and ready for transmission.
    • April 22, 2025: Concurred in House (Ayes 95, Nays 0, PNV 0).
    • April 24–25, 2025: Enrolled, signed by Senate Speaker, transmitted to House; House and Senate leadership actions completed.
  • House actions:
    • April 22, 2025: Sponsor added and concurrence completed.
    • April 24–25, 2025: Enrolled and ready for signatures; Speaker clean-up and final passage completed.
  • Governor: Transmitted for action April 25, 2025; Signed into law on May 5, 2025.
  • Status: Signed by Governor (ceremonial memorial, not a change in law or funding).

Legislative Context

  • Classification: Joint resolution.
  • Subject: Memorials, professional achievement.
  • Sponsor: Senator Pody (primary sponsor).

Overall Impact

This bill does not create new programs or authorize expenditures. Its impact is ceremonial, recognizing an exemplary teacher, celebrating professional achievement, and highlighting the value of high-quality education within Tennessee.

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

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