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SJR 772

Memorials, Sports - Colby Cunningham -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Jessie Seal

The resolution publicly honors Colby Cunningham for earning All-Region 1-5A honorable mention in football and offers congratulations and best wishes.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SJR 772

Summary of Senate Joint Resolution 772 (SJR 772), 114th General Assembly – Tennessee

Purpose

  • SJR 772 is a commemorative resolution honoring a student-athlete, Colby Cunningham, of Sevier County High School.
  • The resolution recognizes Cunningham for receiving an All-Region 1-5A honorable mention in football.
  • The primary intent is ceremonial: to commend Cunningham’s athletic achievement and to publicly acknowledge his character and contributions as a student-athlete.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • The resolution states that Colby Cunningham is an exemplary student-athlete with notable talent, dedication, and sportsmanship.
  • It declares appreciation on behalf of the Tennessee General Assembly and offers best wishes for future success and happiness.
  • The text specifies that an official copy of the resolution should be prepared for presentation to Cunningham.

Who/What is Affected

  • Individual: Colby Cunningham, a student at Sevier County High School.
  • Institution: Sevier County High School, and more broadly the local community and school community in Sevier County, Tennessee.
  • Governmental: Tennessee Senate and House of Representatives, acting jointly, to recognize and honor Cunningham.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction and passage history (highlights):
    • Held first consideration and passed the Senate on February 12, 2026; moved to the House.
    • The House concurred on March 2, 2026, with a unanimous vote (Ayes 94, Nays 0, PNV 0).
    • Enrolled and ready for signatures on March 4, 2026.
    • Signed by both presiding officers (Speaker of the House and Senate Speaker) on March 4, 2026.
    • Transmitted to the Governor for action on March 6, 2026.
    • Signed by the Governor on March 18, 2026.
  • Effective date: Not applicable as a ceremonial joint resolution; it becomes effective upon enactment by signature (i.e., upon the governor’s signature and publication) in the same manner as other resolutions.

Practical Implications

  • This is a ceremonial acknowledgment and does not create binding legal obligations or new policies.
  • It may serve to publicly highlight student achievement and foster community pride.
  • The resolution typically serves as a formal record and a public recognition that can be used by the student and family for motivational or commemorative purposes.

Bottom Line

SJR 772 publicly honors Colby Cunningham for earning All-Region 1-5A honorable mention in football, congratulating him and wishing continued success. It is a standard ceremonial resolution with no substantive policy changes.

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

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