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HJR 578

Memorials, Recognition - Kimora Fields -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kevin Raper

Ceremonial memorial recognizing Kimora Fields of Bradley Central High for leadership, 2,055 basketball points, and a 4.0 GPA, with no policy or fiscal impact.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 578

Summary of House Joint Resolution 578 (HJR 578)

Overview

HJR 578 is a joint resolutions memorial recognizing and congratulating Kimora Fields of Bradley Central High School for outstanding achievements as both a student and an athlete. The measure is ceremonial in nature, serving to commend Fields and extend well-wishes for her future endeavors. It does not authorize new programs or impose duties or funding.

Purpose and Intent

  • Honor Kimora Fields for athletic excellence, leadership, and academic achievement.
  • Highlight her role as a representative and ambassador for Tennessee through high school sports and community service.
  • Provide formal recognition by the Tennessee General Assembly, expressing pride in her accomplishments.

Key Provisions

  • The resolution outlines Fields’ accomplishments, including:
    • Three-year starting career with the Bradley Central Bearettes.
    • Career total of 2,055 basketball points.
    • Awards such as Basketball Coaches Association of Tennessee 4A Player of the Year and MaxPreps Tennessee Player of the Year.
    • ESPN Super 60 ranking (No. 32) and recognition as a MaxPreps Freshman All-American and Sophomore All-American.
    • Twice named to the Tennessee Sports Writers All-State team and twice as a TSSAA State Tournament MVP.
    • Led Bradley Central to three TSSAA State Championship titles.
    • 2024 TSSAA season field-goal percentage record (69.2%).
    • Awarded the TSSAA 4A Miss Basketball award.
    • Academic achievement: 4.0 GPA.
    • Multitude of extracurricular involvements (NHS, Beta Club, Student Council, HOSA, ATS the Bridge, Link Crew).
    • Community service activities (Empty Stocking Fund, Lynn Jones Thanksgiving Food Drive, Bee Kind, Salvation Army Homeless Shelter, school-based programs).
  • The resolution includes standard “Be It Resolved” language expressing the General Assembly’s desire to honor Fields and to present an appropriately prepared copy of the resolution.
  • The measure is a ceremonial expression with no regulatory or fiscal provisions.

Who Is Affected

  • Primary: Kimora Fields.
  • Secondary: Bradley Central High School, her family, coaches, and community; the broader community of Tennessee readers who recognize high-achieving student-athletes.

Procedural and Timeline Highlights

  • Introduced: April 3, 2025.
  • House actions: Engrossed April 8; Adopted April 7 (Ayes 96–Nays 0).
  • Senate actions: Received April 9; Concurred April 14 (Ayes 32–Nays 0); Signed by Senate Speaker April 16.
  • Enrolled and prepared for signature: April 15.
  • Transmitted to Governor: April 21.
  • Governor signed: April 24, 2025.
  • Status: Signed by Governor; effective as a ceremonial memorial of recognition.

Significance

  • Represents statewide acknowledgment of exceptional student leadership and athletic achievement.
  • Provides formal public recognition without imposing policy changes or costs.
  • Contributes to the culture of honoring student athletes who excel academically and philanthropically.

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

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