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SJR 207

Memorials, Recognition - Peer Power, 20th anniversary -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Raumesh Akbari

SJR 207 memorializes Peer Power for 20 years of improving Memphis education, highlighting its tutoring, 91% graduation impact, and partnerships to celebrate its lasting community v

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SJR 207

Summary of Senate Joint Resolution 207 (SJR 207)

Overview

  • Bill Type: Senate Joint Resolution (joint memorial)
  • Sponsor: Sen. Akbari
  • Subject: Memorials, Recognition
  • Current Status: Signed by the Governor (2025-03-13)
  • Introduced: March 4, 2025
  • Purpose: Recognize and commend Peer Power on its twentieth anniversary and express gratitude for its impact on education in Memphis.

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution honors Peer Power on its 20th anniversary and acknowledges its transformative role in improving education in Memphis.
  • It expresses gratitude for the organization’s contributions and offers best wishes for its continued success.

Key Provisions and Highlights

  • Founding and Mission: Peer Power was founded in 2004 by Charlie McVean and has become a prominent educational organization in Memphis.
  • Impact Metrics (as cited in the resolution):
    • Over 1.2 million hours of tutoring and mentoring delivered.
    • More than 2,000 students employed as Success Coaches.
    • Participating students achieving a 91% graduation rate, higher than the district average.
    • 92% of the schools served showing academic growth.
  • Nature of Peer Power: Described as both a tutoring program and a workforce development initiative that equips students with lifelong skills.
  • Partnerships: Collaborates with Memphis-Shelby County Schools and the University of Memphis.
  • Message of the Resolution: Describes Peer Power’s legacy as one of empowerment, opportunity, and excellence, and anticipates continued impact in the next twenty years and beyond.
  • Final Clause Language: The resolution includes standard language about preparing an appropriate copy for presentation, with the clause following the State seal appearing without House or Senate designation.

Beneficiaries and Affected Parties

  • Primary Beneficiary: Peer Power (organization and its staff, students, and partners).
  • Communities Served: Memphis community, including students, schools, and workforce development partners.
  • Institutions Mentioned: Memphis-Shelby County Schools and the University of Memphis.

Procedural History and Timeline

  • 2025-03-04: Filed for introduction
  • 2025-03-06: Sponsor added; Rules Suspended; introduced and passed on First Consideration
  • 2025-03-06 to 2025-03-10: Engrossed; transmitted to House; concurrence in House (Ayes 95, Nays 0, PNV 0) on 2025-03-10
  • 2025-03-11: Enrolled and ready for signatures
  • 2025-03-11 to 2025-03-12: Signed by Senate/House leadership; transmitted to Governor
  • 2025-03-13: Signed by Governor

Legal Effect and Potential Impact

  • This is a ceremonial, non-binding memorial recognizing a nonprofit organization’s contributions.
  • It does not create new duties, funding, or policy mandates; rather, it serves as official recognition and may enhance visibility and community Pride in Peer Power’s work.
  • The resolution’s impact is primarily reputational and symbolic, underscoring the value of partnerships between schools, higher education institutions, and community organizations.

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

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