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SR 255

Memorials, Sports - Caleb Murphy, West Tennessee All-Star Game -

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

The resolution formally recognizes Caleb Murphy’s participation and performance as a high school football player, honoring his role in the all-star game.

Adopted, Ayes 32, Nays 0
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Bill Summary · SR 255

Summary of Senate Resolution 255 (SR 255), 114th Tennessee General Assembly

Purpose

  • Honor Caleb Murphy of Hardin County High School for his participation in the 2025 Sports Plus West Tennessee All-Star Football Game.
  • Recognize his athletic achievement and extend best wishes for his future endeavors.

Key Provisions and Provisions Changes

  • Formal acknowledgment by the Tennessee Senate of Caleb Murphy’s participation and performance as a high school football player.
  • Specifically notes that Murphy started at left tackle for the North team and played the entire game.
  • Resolution states appreciation for high school football as part of Tennessee’s heritage and lifestyle, underscoring the value of student-athletes.

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • Caleb Murphy (Hardin County High School) receives formal recognition from the Tennessee Senate.
  • The acknowledgment is symbolic and ceremonial, contributing to public record and state appreciation for youth athletics.
  • No changes to laws, funding, or administrative procedures; purely a commemorative resolution.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Bill Type: Senate Resolution (SR) – a symbolic, non-binding measure.
  • Sponsor: Senator Page Walley (co-sponsor mentioned as well).
  • Key Dates:
    • Introduced and filed: January 13, 2026
    • First Consideration: January 14, 2026 (passed)
    • Second Consideration/Referral: January 15, 2026 (placed on Senate Consent Calendar)
    • Adopted by Senate: January 21, 2026 (Ayes 32, Nays 0)
    • Signed by Senate Speaker and enrolled: January 21, 2026
  • Final status: Adopted by the Senate and prepared for presentation; final clause omits the “copy of resolution” clause per standard practice.

Additional Context

  • The resolution emphasizes Tennessee’s tradition of honoring high school athletes and the role of football in the state’s heritage.
  • It serves as a ceremonial tribute, contributing to the public record and providing formal commendation for Caleb Murphy’s participation in the all-star game.

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