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SJR 396

Memorials, Recognition - Collinwood High School Winter Guard -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Page Walley

The resolution formally recognizes and commends Collinwood High School Winter Guard for its top Tennessee finish in the Southeastern Color Guard Circuit.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SJR 396

Summary of Senate Joint Resolution 396 (SJR 396)

Overview and Purpose

SJR 396 is a ceremonial, joint resolution recognizing and commending the Collinwood High School Winter Guard for its achievements in the Southeastern Color Guard Circuit. The bill emphasizes the value of artistic expression and the performing arts, and publicly honors the students and their dedication. It is a memorial-style resolution, intended to congratulate the team and celebrate their success as a representation of state support for high school performing arts programs.

  • Sponsor: Sen. Walley
  • Status: Signed by the Governor (enacted)
  • Introduced: April 2, 2025
  • Classification: Joint Resolution (Memorial)
  • Subject: Memorials, Recognition

Key Provisions and Provisions’ Details

  • Recognition and Commendation:
    • The General Assembly recognizes and commends the Collinwood High School Winter Guard for success at the Southeastern Color Guard Circuit.
    • It notes the team placed first in Tennessee and finished as overall runner-up among all competitors in the circuit.
  • Named Members:
    • The bill lists the Winter Guard team members: Jacie Brewer, Lily Darnell, Jaylee Moore, Savannah Mickey, DJ Risner, Gabriella Stults, Ryan Tucker, Brianna Weeks, Emma Weeks, and Clara West.
  • Ceremonial Language:
    • The resolution expresses admiration for the team’s perseverance, work ethic, and talent, and conveys best wishes for continued future success.
    • It directs that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared and presented.
  • Legislative Effect:
    • As a memorial joint resolution, the measure is ceremonial and does not create new law or authorize spending. Its primary effect is formal recognition by the state legislature.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Primary Beneficiaries:
    • Collinwood High School Winter Guard students and coaches.
    • Collinwood High School and its performing arts programs.
    • The broader community that benefits from recognition of student achievement and encouragement of the arts.
  • Governmental Impact:
    • No fiscal impact or statutory changes anticipated; purely ceremonial in nature.

Timeline and Procedural Highlights

  • 2025-04-02: Bill introduced (Filed for introduction).
  • 2025-04-03: Passed on First Consideration.
  • 2025-04-08 to 2025-04-10: Senate actions include placement on consent calendar and passage on second consideration; engrossed and transmitted to House.
  • 2025-04-14 to 2025-04-15: House concurrence and sponsor addition; passed by both chambers.
  • 2025-04-17 to 2025-04-21: Enrolled, transmitted to Governor; signed by Senate Speaker and House Speaker.
  • 2025-04-24: Governor signs the bill into law.

Conclusion

SJR 396 provides formal state-level acknowledgment of Collinwood High School Winter Guard’s accomplished season in the Southeastern Color Guard Circuit. The measure reinforces the value of the performing arts in public education and offers public appreciation for the students’ dedication and talent.

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

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