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SJR 457

Memorials, Recognition - Josh Stoll, Judge Advocate General internship -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Jessie Seal

Ceremonial memorial recognizing Cadet Josh Stoll for selection to a 2025 JAG internship, honoring his ROTC leadership and public-service path, with no regulatory effect.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SJR 457

Summary: Senate Joint Resolution 457 (SJR 457)

Overview

SJR 457 is a ceremonial, non-binding joint resolution currently signed by the Governor. Its purpose is to memorialize and honor Cadet Josh Stoll for being selected for a Judge Advocate General (JAG) internship in the summer of 2025. The resolution recognizes Stoll’s leadership, academic pursuits, and commitment to public service through a military legal career.

Purpose and Intent

  • Acknowledges Cadet Josh Stoll, a student at Carson-Newman University and member of the U.S. Army ROTC Eagle Battalion, for being selected for a competitive JAG internship in 2025.
  • Commends Stoll’s leadership roles within ROTC (S2, S3 Future Operations, and S5, overseeing media) and his academic trajectory toward political science with plans to attend law school.
  • Highlights the JAG internship as valuable experience in military legal affairs and frames Stoll’s selection as a reflection of his qualifications, character, and service ethos.
  • Serves to inspire peers and future cadets, and to reflect positively on Carson-Newman University and the ROTC program.

Key Provisions

  • Formal recognition and commendation of Cadet Josh Stoll for selection to the JAG internship program for summer 2025.
  • Statements praising leadership, dedication, and character; notes Stoll’s academic plans (Carson-Newman University; Lincoln Memorial University Duncan School of Law) and aspiration to serve through the legal profession.
  • A directive that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation, with specific formatting for the final copy (references to state seal language and omission of House/Senate designations in the final copy).

Who/What Is Affected

  • Cadet Josh Stoll and, by extension, Carson-Newman University’s ROTC program.
  • No regulatory or fiscal changes; effect is ceremonial recognition within state records and public messaging.

Procedural History & Timeline

  • Introduced: April 15, 2025
  • Senate actions: Adopted (Apr 21, 2025); Passed on Second Consideration (Apr 17, 2025); Placed on Senate Consent Calendar (Apr 17–21, 2025); Concurred and transmitted to House (Apr 22, 2025)
  • House actions: Sponsor additions (Apr 21, 2025); Concurred (Apr 22, 2025); Enrolled and signed by House Speaker (Apr 24, 2025)
  • Governor: Transmitted for action (Apr 25, 2025); Signed (May 1, 2025)
  • Status: Signed by Governor; effective as a memorial resolution in the official record

Significance and Impact

  • Symbolic recognition of a student-athlete and ROTC cadet advancing to a prestigious internship.
  • Positive reflection on Tennessee’s ROTC programs, Carson-Newman University, and the state’s emphasis on military and legal service pathways.
  • No changes to statutes, regulations, or state policy; primarily ceremonial and commemorative in nature.

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

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