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HJR 1289

Memorials, Recognition - Bethel University Action Team, SASP College National Championship -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Tandy Darby

Bethel University’s Action Shooting Team is honored for winning the 2026 SASP College National Championship, sweeping all titles and earning multiple individual honors.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1289

Summary of House Joint Resolution 1289 (HJR 1289), Tennessee - 114th General Assembly

Purpose

  • HJR 1289 honors and congratulates the Bethel University Action Shooting Team for winning the 2026 Scholastic Action Shooting Program (SASP) College National Championship.

Key Provisions and Content

  • Declarative resolution recognizing exceptional achievement by Bethel University’s Action Shooting Team.
  • Commends the team for:
    • Winning the 2026 SASP College National Championship, held March 13–15, 2026, at the CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park in Talladega, Alabama.
    • Sweeping all eleven discipline titles, a historic first in SASP history.
    • Securing all three traveling trophies for overall program excellence.
    • Earning a combined 37 High Overall honors across the championship.
  • Highlights individual performances:
    • Olivia Albertson and Kaleb Klein: multiple first-place High Overall finishes.
    • Brice Jones: four runner-up finishes and four third-place rankings across most categories.
    • Alyson Battreall: two second-place finishes and four podiums.
    • Colin Davis: runner-up in Centerfire Revolver.
  • Emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and coaching leadership as contributing factors to the program’s success.

Who is Affected

  • Bethel University, particularly the Action Shooting Team and its student-athletes.
  • The broader Tennessee community and state lawmakers who recognize and honor achievements by residents and institutions within the state.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Status: Passed both chambers and sent to the Governor; subsequently signed into law.
    • House actions: Adopted unanimously (Ayes 85, Nays 0) on 2026-04-07; referral and concurrence steps followed.
    • Senate actions: Concurred with no dissent (Ayes 31, Nays 0) on 2026-04-13; signed by Senate leadership on 2026-04-15.
    • Governor: Transmission to the Governor for action on 2026-04-16; Governor’s signature noted on the same date.
  • Effective date: As a concurrent resolution recognizing a specific achievement, it typically takes effect upon final approval and signing, without creating enforceable statutory changes.

Impact and Implications

  • Non-binding ceremonial recognition intended to:
    • Celebrate a historic athletic achievement by a Tennessee college team.
    • Highlight values such as dedication, teamwork, discipline, and excellence in sport.
    • Provide a formal statement of state appreciation and encouragement for continued success in collegiate athletics.

Notable Details

  • Full title: “A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate the Bethel University Action Shooting Team for winning the 2026 Scholastic Action Shooting Program College National Championship.”
  • Specific dates and locations of the championship, as well as named athletes and their achievements, are included to underscore the event’s significance.

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