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HJR 108

Memorials, Recognition - Meadow Hayes, Governor's Volunteer Stars Award -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kelly Keisling

Ceremonial memorial recognizing Meadow Hayes of Clarkrange HS for the Governor's Volunteer Stars Award, praising her community leadership; no new laws or costs.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 108

HJR 108 — Memorials, Recognition: Meadow Hayes, Governor's Volunteer Stars Award

Overview

  • Bill type: House Joint Resolution (ceremonial memorial)
  • Sponsor: Keisling
  • Title: A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Meadow Hayes on her receipt of the Governor's Volunteer Stars Award.
  • Status: Signed by the Governor (ceremonial recognition; not a law)
  • Introduced: January 10, 2025
  • Final action: Signed by Governor on February 21, 2025
  • Purpose: Public expression of appreciation for outstanding volunteer leadership and service

Purpose and Provisions

  • Primary purpose: Recognize Meadow Hayes of Fentress County for receiving the Governor's Volunteer Stars Award and commend her community leadership.
  • Context provided: The resolution notes Tennessee’s strong volunteer culture, citing that 1.3 million volunteers contribute over 99 million hours and $2.6 billion to the state’s economy annually.
  • Meadow Hayes’s qualifications:
    • Student at Clarkrange High School
    • Member of the Clarkrange High School Cheerleading Team
    • Active participant in Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) at local, state, and national levels
    • Involvement with Interact (community outreach)
    • Participation on the Fentress County Youth Fair Board, helping organize and promote local events
  • Ceremonial language: The resolution states the General Assembly honors Hayes for outstanding community leadership and extends best wishes for future success.
  • Copy of resolution: Provides for an appropriate copy of the resolution to be prepared for presentation; specifies a formatting clause regarding the final copy’s presentation (language following the State seal appears without House or Senate designation).

Legislative History and Timeline

  • Intro/Referral: Filed January 10, 2025; later referred to Intergovernmental Affairs
  • House actions: Introduced February 4–6, 2025; adopted February 6, 2025 (Ayes 90–0)
  • Senate actions: Concurred February 13, 2025 (Ayes 31–0)
  • Enrolled and signed by presiding officers: February 14–18, 2025
  • Transmitted to Governor: February 20, 2025
  • Governor’s action: Signed February 21, 2025
  • Status update: Officially “Signed by Governor” indicating memorial recognition is complete

Impact and Scope

  • Legal effect: As a joint resolution, it is ceremonial and does not create new laws or fiscal obligations; it expresses formal recognition and appreciation.
  • Affected parties: Meadow Hayes and her immediate community (Clarkrange High School, Fentress County future volunteers, and local organizations) along with readers of the resolution.
  • Fiscal implications: No notable fiscal impact described; primarily a symbolic tribute.

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

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