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SJR 1189

Memorials, Retirement - Michael Davis, Hardin County Director of Schools -

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

The bill ceremonially honors Michael Davis for nearly 30 years of leadership in Hardin County Schools, recognizing his service in a formal, non-binding acknowledgment.

Transmitted to Governor for action.
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Bill Summary · SJR 1189

Summary: Senate Joint Resolution 1189 (SJR 1189) – 114th Tennessee General Assembly

Purpose

  • A ceremonial resolution recognizing and honoring Michael Davis, director of Hardin County Schools, on the occasion of his retirement.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Expresses formal commendation and best wishes for a happy and fulfilling retirement.
  • Recites Mr. Davis’s career history and personal background to highlight his service and impact.
  • States that the resolution is to be presented as an official acknowledgment from the Tennessee General Assembly, with the customary language to be printed on an appropriate copy.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Michael Davis: Primary subject of the resolution, in his capacity as Director of Hardin County Schools.
  • Hardin County Schools community: Students, families, educators, and district stakeholders who recognize his leadership and service.
  • The Tennessee General Assembly: Serves to officially honor Mr. Davis and memorialize his contributions.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Status: Introduced and filed for introduction on April 20, 2026.
  • Sponsor: Senator Walley (with Senate sponsor) and Co-sponsor Senator Page Walley.
  • Nature of bill: Non-binding, symbolic resolution (no statutory or budgetary impact; purely ceremonial and commemorative).

Notable Details from the Text

  • Michael Davis’s background:
    • Born September 23, 1967; longtime Hardin County resident.
    • Education: Hardin County High School (1985); golf scholarship at Martin Methodist College; B.A. in Education from the University of Memphis (1998); M.S. in Education from Freed-Hardeman University (2001).
    • Career: Educator and administrator in Hardin County Schools since the mid-1990s, including roles as teacher, golf coach, assistant principal, principal, central office supervisor, and since March 2014, Director of Schools.
  • Retirement: Expected in June 2026 after nearly thirty years of service in education and district leadership.

Impact and Implications

  • The resolution formalizes recognition of Mr. Davis’s contributions to education in Hardin County and Tennessee.
  • It has no direct policy, funding, or governance changes; rather, it provides ceremonial appreciation and historical record within state government.
  • Serves as an honor that may be extended to his family and supporters through formal presentation.

If you’d like, I can provide a plain-language version suitable for local newsletters or a brief one-page briefing for district communications.

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

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