Memorials, Recognition - TCAT Crump, SkillsUSA State Conference -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Page Walley

TCAT Crump students won 14 medals at SkillsUSA 2026, with gold medalists advancing to nationals in Atlanta.

Introduced, Passed on First Consideration

Purpose and intent

SR 421 is a memorial resolution honoring the students and staff of the Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) Crump for their participation and success at the 2026 SkillsUSA State Leadership and Skills Conference held March 15–18, 2026, in Chattanooga.

The resolution recognizes SkillsUSA as a national nonprofit partnership that supports a skilled workforce and notes its endorsement by the U.S. Department of Education.

Key provisions and changes

Acknowledges the overall accomplishment of TCAT Crump in the 2026 conference, including:

Competition across 19 contests with 29 TCAT Crump students participating.
A total of 14 medals won (including gold, silver, and bronze).

Specific medal recipients listed:

Gold medals:
Connor Joyce (Electrical Construction Wiring) – Henderson
Cora Franks (Nurse Assisting) – Savannah
Jacob Durbin (Welding) – Savannah
Skye Moffitt (Interactive Application and Video Game Development) – Bethel Springs
Ben Cromwell (Interactive Application and Video Game Development) – Savannah
Kylee Nolan (Graphic Imaging Sublimation)
Jeff Fienberg (HVACR) – Walnut, MS
Silver medals:
Caleb Collings (Plumbing) – Jackson
Patrick Sherrill (Collision Repair Technology) – Collinwood
Baylee Cromwell (Practical Nursing) – Savannah
Evan Vander Heyden (Plumbing) – Henderson
Daniel Parra (Information Technology Services) – Savannah
Kayedance V. Seggern (Graphic Imaging Sublimation) – Savannah
Bronze medals:
Justin Carnell (Collision Repair Technology)
Abby Kurowski (Medical Math) – Morris Chapel

Identifies that gold medalists will advance to the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference in June 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia, to represent Tennessee.

Attributes the success to the team’s hard work, the leadership and mentorship provided by Betsy Hill (Career Coach and Lead SkillsUSA Advisor), and the broader value of career and technical education.

Stakeholders and affected parties

Primary: TCAT Crump students who competed and earned medals, TCAT Crump faculty and staff (notably Betsy Hill), and the TCAT Crump program.

Broader impact: Tennessee’s representation at a national skills competition and the promotion of career and technical education (CTE) within the state.

No new laws or funding programs are created; the resolution serves as formal recognition and commendation by the Tennessee Senate.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Resolution number: SR 421

Session: 114th Tennessee General Assembly

Sponsor: Senator Walley; co-sponsor Senator Page Walley (listed as co-sponsor)

Status timeline:

Filed for introduction: April 14, 2026
Passed on First Consideration: April 15, 2026

Effective date: As a Senate resolution, it takes effect upon passage and introductory/approval by the Senate; not a statute requiring enforcement or funding.

Notable context

The resolution emphasizes the role of SkillsUSA as a nationwide organization supporting students in 130 trades and occupations through a network of schools, educators, and industry partners.

It frames the TCAT Crump accomplishments as evidence of the value of vocational and technical education in preparing Tennessee students for the workforce.

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