Memorials, Recognition - Chansler Yarbrough, 2026 Boys & Girls Club of Jackson Youth of the Year -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Ed Jackson

The bill is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Chansler Yarbrough as 2026 Youth of the Year and commending his achievements, with no legal or policy changes.

Concurred, Ayes 96, Nays 0, PNV 0

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Purpose

SJR 1094 is a memorial resolutions-style bill recognizing and commending an individual, Chansler Yarbrough, for being named the 2026 Boys & Girls Club of Jackson Youth of the Year. The resolution honors his accomplishments and extends best wishes for future success. It is a ceremonial expression of the General Assembly and does not create or alter any substantive law or program.

Key Provisions and Content

Recognition and Commendation: The resolution explicitly honors Chansler Yarbrough for receiving the 2026 Youth of the Year award from the Boys & Girls Club of Jackson.

Context and Significance: It highlights Yarbrough’s involvement with the Boys & Girls Club (six years as a member) and his status as a student at Northside High School. It situates the Youth of the Year award within the broader Boys & Girls Clubs of America program (premier national recognition since 1947) and underscores themes of leadership, service, academic excellence, and healthy lifestyles.

Affirmation of Values: The text reiterates the mission of Boys & Girls Clubs to provide safe, supportive environments that foster character and success for youth.

Formal Legislative Language: The resolution states that the Senate, with concurrence of the House, “honor and commend” Yarbrough and wish him continued success.

Preparation of Copy: The resolution calls for an appropriate copy to be prepared for presentation, with a clerical note about formatting in copies without specific legislative designations.

Affected Parties

Individual: Chansler Yarbrough (the honoree).

Organizations/Institutions Mentioned:

Boys & Girls Club of Jackson
Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Northside High School (as Yarbrough’s school)

Legislative Bodies: Tennessee General Assembly (Senate and House of Representatives) through a concurrent resolution recognizing a constituent.

Procedural/Timeline Aspects

Sponsor and Co-sponsor: Primary sponsor is Senator Jackson; Co-sponsor is Senator Ed Jackson.

Status Timeline:

Introduced and first considered: April 8, 2026 (Filed; passed first consideration April 9).
Passed second consideration: April 13, 2026, and referred to Senate Consent Calendar.
Adopted on Senate consent calendar with unanimous vote: April 15, 2026 (Ayes 32, Nays 0).
Transmitted/placed on House consent calendar for consideration: April 15–16, 2026; subsequent transmission to House on April 16, 2026.

Effective Date: As a memorial resolution, it takes effect upon adoption by both chambers and formal presentation; no substantive legal changes or funding provisions are created.

Impact and Implications

The bill serves a ceremonial acknowledgment that can enhance public recognition for Yarbrough and highlight the role of the Boys & Girls Clubs in youth development.

It reinforces community values around leadership, service, and personal achievement.

There are no fiscal implications, regulatory changes, or policy shifts anticipated from this resolution.

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