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SJR 970

Memorials, Sports - Brian Carter, All-TCCAA Second Team -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Steve Southerland

SJR 970 formally commends Brian Carter of Walters State for leading the country in field goal percentage and earning All-TCCAA Second Team honors.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SJR 970

Bill Summary: SJR 970 (Session 114) – Tennessee

Title and Purpose

  • Official name: Senate Joint Resolution 970
  • Sponsor: Senator Southerland (Co-sponsor: Steve Southerland)
  • Purpose: To honor and congratulate Brian Carter of Walters State Community College for being named to the All-TCCAA Second Team (Tennessee Community College Athletic Association).

What the bill does

  • This is a ceremonial, non-binding resolution recognizing the athletic achievement of a student-athlete.
  • It commends Brian Carter for his performance on the basketball court and his representation of Tennessee in intercollegiate athletics.
  • The resolution notes specific athletic accomplishments:
    • Carter led the country in field goal percentage at 78.8%.
    • Averaged 12.3 points per game.
    • Averaged 5.1 rebounds per game.
    • Shot 75% from the free-throw line.
    • Scored double-digit points in eight of the last ten games of Walters State Senators’ regular season.

Who is affected

  • Primary recipient of the recognition: Brian Carter of Walters State Community College.
  • Indirect beneficiaries include the college community, Carter’s family, and fans who follow Walters State Community College athletics, as well as the broader state community that recognizes student-athlete achievements.

Procedural and timeline details

  • Introduced and processed in 2026:
    • March 24, 2026: Filed for introduction.
    • March 26, 2026: Passed on first consideration.
    • March 31, 2026: Placed on Senate Consent Calendar.
    • April 2, 2026: Adopted on consent (Ayes 32, Nays 0).
    • April 2, 2026: Engrossed; ready for transmission to House.
    • April 6, 2026: Sponsor(s) added; concurrence completed (Ayes 90, Nays 0, PNV 2).
    • April 8–10, 2026: House and Senate actions culminating in final concurrence.
    • April 10, 2026: Transmitted to Governor for action; House Speaker and Senate Speaker signatures.
    • April 16, 2026: Governor signed the resolution into law.
  • Effective effect: This is a memorial resolution; it does not create obligations, appropriations, or enforceable policy changes. It serves to publicly honor and recognize an individual's achievement.

Key takeaways

  • SJR 970 is a formal commendation by the Tennessee General Assembly recognizing Brian Carter’s athletic excellence and leadership as an All-TCCAA Second Team selection.
  • The resolution highlights Carter’s high efficiency and scoring/rebounding contributions during the season.
  • The action is ceremonial with no fiscal impact or policy changes; its primary function is recognition and encouragement of student-athletes in Tennessee.

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

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