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HJR 341

Memorials, Professional Achievement - Stephanie Barron, Marshall Elementary School Teacher of the Year -

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

Ceremonial joint resolution honors Stephanie Barron as 2024-2025 Marshall Elementary Teacher of the Year, praising her dedication and impact on Tennessee students; no policy changes.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 341

Summary of House Joint Resolution 341 (HJR 341)

Overview

  • Type: Joint Resolution (memorial)
  • Title: Memorials, Professional Achievement - Stephanie Barron, Marshall Elementary School Teacher of the Year
  • Purpose: Honor and congratulate Stephanie Barron for being named the 2024–2025 Marshall Elementary School Teacher of the Year.
  • Sponsor: Representative Warner
  • Status: Signed by the Governor on April 1, 2025
  • Introduced: March 11, 2025
  • Key points (as written): The resolution recognizes Ms. Barron’s dedication, professional achievement, impact on Tennessee’s students, and serves to commend her service and wish her well in future endeavors.

Purpose and Intent

  • To publicly recognize an exemplary educator for outstanding service to Tennessee students.
  • To honor Ms. Barron’s influence as a teacher and her commitment to high-quality public education.
  • To acknowledge the esteem in which she is held by colleagues, students, and the broader educational community.
  • To express best wishes for her continued success in her career and life.

Key Provisions

  • Acknowledgment of Selection: Announces and honors Stephanie Barron as the 2024–2025 Marshall Elementary School Teacher of the Year.
  • Commendation: Praises her dedication, integrity, professionalism, and positive influence on students’ academic and civic development.
  • Inspiration and Service: Describes Ms. Barron as an inspiration to colleagues and students; emphasizes her role in advancing public service and educational excellence.
  • House-Senate Concurrence: Declares the resolution as a joint expression of appreciation from both the Tennessee House of Representatives and the Senate.
  • Formal Copy and Presentation: Provides for an appropriate copy of the resolution to be prepared and presented.
  • Non-binding Nature: Serves as ceremonial recognition; does not create new duties, policy changes, or fiscal obligations.

Affected Parties

  • Primary: Stephanie Barron (recipient of the honor)
  • Indirect: Marshall Elementary School community, Tennessee educators, students, and the broader state education community who value teacher recognition programs.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introductory actions: Filed March 11, 2025; sponsor added March 24, 2025.
  • Legislative actions: Concurred by the Senate on March 24, 2025 (Ayes 33, Nays 0); transmitted to Governor March 27, 2025.
  • Finalization: Enrolled and ready for the Governor’s signature; signed into law by Governor on April 1, 2025.
  • Additional context: The resolution was reviewed and approved by both chambers (House and Senate) prior to being signed.

Notes

  • This bill is ceremonial and celebratory in nature, recognizing professional achievement rather than altering law or policy or providing funding.
  • The resolution emphasizes educational excellence and public service as core values.

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

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