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HJR 284

Memorials, Sports - Lobelville Middle School Hornets boys' basketball team, 2025 James C. Haile State Tournament Class A champion -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kirk Haston

Tennessee legislature officially commemorates Lobelville Middle School's 2025 Class A boys' basketball state championship through signed memorial resolution.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 284

Legislative bill overview

HJR 284 is a memorial resolution honoring the Lobelville Middle School Hornets boys' basketball team for winning the 2025 James C. Haile State Tournament Class A championship. The resolution recognizes the team's athletic achievement and has been signed into effect by the Governor.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve as official state recognition of significant accomplishments by constituents, providing public acknowledgment and commemoration. For the student-athletes, coaching staff, and community, this creates a formal record of their achievement in state records and demonstrates legislative support for youth athletic excellence.

Potential points of contention

  • Use of legislative time: Some taxpayers and efficiency advocates question whether state legislature time should be spent on ceremonial resolutions versus substantive policy matters
  • Selective recognition: Questions about whether all state championship teams receive equal memorial recognition or if some are overlooked based on school size or district influence
  • Precedent concerns: Critics worry that honoring individual sports teams could lead to numerous similar requests, potentially overwhelming the legislative calendar with commemorative measures

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

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