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HJR 1351

Memorials, Recognition - Mariela Dominguez, Boys & Girls Club of South Central Tennessee Youth of the Year -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Scott Cepicky

The bill ceremonial recognizes Mariela Dominguez as 2026 Youth of the Year and honors the Boys & Girls Clubs’ role in youth development, with no policy changes.

Concurred, Ayes 27, Nays 0
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Bill Summary · HJR 1351

Summary of House Joint Resolution 1351 (HJR 1351), 114th Tennessee General Assembly

1) Purpose and Intent

  • HJR 1351 is a ceremonial resolve recognizing and commending Mariela Dominguez for being named the 2026 Boys & Girls Club of South Central Tennessee Youth of the Year.
  • The measure honors her accomplishments and acknowledges the role of the Boys & Girls Clubs in youth development.
  • The resolution expresses best wishes for Dominguez’s future success.

2) Key Provisions and Changes

  • Declarative language only; no substantive policy changes, appropriations, or regulatory actions.
  • Formal acknowledgment by both the Tennessee House of Representatives and the Tennessee Senate (the House and Senate concur on the recognition).
  • The text includes standard “whereas” clauses explaining the Boys & Girls Clubs’ mission, the Youth of the Year program (nationally recognized since 1947), and the values of leadership, service, academic excellence, and healthy lifestyles.
  • Final clause provides for a copy of the resolution to be prepared for presentation, with a specific framing note: the copy omits the final procedural clause (House/Senate designation) on the printed copy.

3) Who or What is Affected

  • Primary beneficiary: Mariela Dominguez, a student at Columbia Central High School and member of the Boys & Girls Club of South Central Tennessee.
  • The Boys & Girls Club organization and its Youth of the Year program are acknowledged for their impact on youth development.
  • Legislative bodies (House of Representatives and Senate) are the formal actors delivering the recognition.

4) Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Sponsorship: Primary sponsor is Rep. Scott Cepicky (Co-sponsor).
  • Action timeline (highlights):
    • Introduced and placed on the House consent calendar for April 13, 2026.
    • Engrossed and transmitted to the Senate by April 13, 2026.
    • Senate adopted the measure, with unanimous support (Ayes 94, Nays 0) on April 13, 2026.
    • Senate concurred and the resolution was placed on the Senate Consent Calendar for April 16, 2026.
    • On April 16, 2026, the concurrence passed with Ayes 27, Nays 0.
  • The resolution is a ceremonial, non-binding expression of appreciation and does not create any new law, mandates, or funding.

5) Observations

  • The measure aligns with common practice of issuing official state recognitions for notable youths and community leadership achievements.
  • It highlights the role of the Boys & Girls Clubs in youth development and community service.

If you’d like, I can provide a plain-language one-page briefing or a side-by-side comparison with other Youth of the Year recognitions in Tennessee.

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

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