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SJR 470

Memorials, Recognition - Jacob Slaughter -

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

Ceremonial recognition of Jacob Slaughter for academic achievement and community involvement, with best wishes as he pursues electrician trade training.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SJR 470

Summary: Senate Joint Resolution 470 (SJR 470) – Memorials, Recognition for Jacob Slaughter

Purpose and intent

SJR 470 is a ceremonial joint resolution recognizing and commending Jacob Slaughter of Mt. Juliet High School for his academic achievement, work ethic, and community involvement. The resolution expresses the General Assembly’s respect and goodwill and extends best wishes for his future success.

Key provisions

  • The text commits to honor Jacob Slaughter, a Mt. Juliet High School graduate who is described as having graduated cum laude with a 3.8 GPA.
  • It notes his balancing of academics with work (employed at Mt. Juliet Kroger), participation in FFA, and service to a special needs class through the Nature and Needs Exceptional Learning program at Mt. Juliet High School.
  • It highlights personal interests (mechanics, building a motor for his truck, camping) and his background (attended specific local elementary and middle schools; survived the 2020 tornadoes in West Wilson).
  • The resolution indicates that he is moving toward trade school with the goal of becoming an electrician.
  • The measure provides that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared, with standard closing language about presenting the copy.

Who is affected

  • Primary honoree: Jacob Slaughter and his immediate family.
  • Indirectly, Mt. Juliet High School, his church community, and the broader Mt. Juliet area, which are named in the narrative as sources of support.
  • There is no new statutory policy or fiscal impact; this is a ceremonial acknowledgment with no required action by state agencies.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced: April 17, 2025, by Senator Pody (primary sponsor).
  • Senate actions: Adopted in the Senate (April 21, 2025; Ayes 33, Nays 0), concurrence on April 22, 2025 (Ayes 94, Nays 0, PNV 1), enrolled and ready for signatures (April 24, 2025), signed by the Senate Speaker (April 24, 2025).
  • House actions: Concurred and transmitted to the Governor (April 25, 2025); House Speaker signed (April 25, 2025).
  • Governor: Signed into law on May 5, 2025.
  • Effect: As a memorial joint resolution, it serves as ceremonial recognition rather than altering any law or imposing duties.

Sponsor

  • Primary sponsor: Senator Pody.

Bottom line

SJR 470 is a ceremonial commendation celebrating Jacob Slaughter’s academic success and community involvement, reflecting the General Assembly’s commendation and best wishes for his continued education and career in the electrician trade.

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

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