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SJR 766

Memorials, Sports - Dominique Athcison, All-Region 1-3A first team -

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

The bill honors Chuckey-Doak High School athlete Dominique Athcison for earning All-Region 1-3A first team in football with a ceremonial commendation from the state.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SJR 766

Summary of Bill: SJR 766 (Tennessee, 114th General Assembly)

Purpose and Intent

  • SJR 766 is a Senate Joint Resolution intended to honor and congratulate a high school athlete, Dominique Athcison of Chuckey-Doak High School, for being named to the All-Region 1-3A first team in football.
  • The resolution recognizes Athcison’s athletic talent and character and commends him as an exemplary student-athlete who brings honor to Tennessee.

Key Provisions

  • Formal recognition: The resolution states that Dominique Athcison has achieved All-Region 1-3A first-team status.
  • Honor and best wishes: The Senate (with concurrence from the House) endorses best wishes for Athcison’s future success.
  • Formal presentation: The resolution includes a provision to prepare an appropriate copy of the resolution for presentation, with minor editorial language adjustments about the final copy (omitting the “House or Senate designation” on the copy presented).

Who/What Is Affected

  • Primary subject: Dominique Athcison, student-athlete at Chuckey-Doak High School.
  • Institution: Chuckey-Doak High School (and by extension, the local school district) is recognized for its role in Athcison’s achievement.
  • Government actors: Tennessee Senate and Tennessee House of Representatives (and the Governor, as indicated by the action history) are involved in issuing and delivering the commendation.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction and passage timeline:
    • Introduced and filed for introduction on February 11, 2026.
    • Passed first consideration (February 12, 2026) and moved through second consideration (February 19, 2026).
    • Adopted on February 23, 2026, and transmitted to the House for concurrence.
    • House approval and concurrence occurred on March 4, 2026.
    • Transmitted to the Governor on March 6, 2026.
    • Governor signed on March 18, 2026.
  • Final status: Signed by the Governor on March 18, 2026, completing the legislative process.

Summary of Impact

  • Non-binding ceremonial recognition aimed at honoring a high school athlete for a distinguished regional athletic achievement.
  • Serves to publicly acknowledge and celebrate athletic accomplishment and character, contributing to the student’s positive public profile and school pride.
  • No fiscal impact, regulatory change, or changes to law enforcement or policy; primarily a symbolic commendation from state government.

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

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