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HJR 236

Memorials, Sports - Parrottsville Parrotts, Cocke County Elementary Basketball Tournament champions -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Jeremy Faison

Tennessee legislature memorializes Parrottsville Parrotts elementary basketball champions from Cocke County, providing ceremonial state recognition.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 236

Legislative bill overview

HJR 236 is a memorial resolution honoring the Parrottsville Parrotts from Cocke County Elementary School for winning the basketball tournament championship. The bill passed through the Tennessee legislature and was signed by the Governor on March 12, 2025. This is a ceremonial measure with no statutory effect or budgetary impact.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions recognize local achievements and give official state recognition to community accomplishments. While ceremonial, they acknowledge student athletic success and can boost community pride. However, they represent legislative time spent on non-binding measures rather than substantive policy.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited substantive legislative value—memorial resolutions don't create law or address policy issues, raising questions about efficient use of legislative session time
  • Selective recognition—only some local champions receive state memorials, potentially creating perception of favoritism or inequitable recognition across the state
  • Precedent concern—passage may encourage numerous similar memorial requests, consuming legislative resources that could address pressing state issues

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

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