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SJR 976

Memorials, Sports - Tyrese Stovall, TCCAA Co-Freshman of the Year -

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

The resolution formally recognizes Tyrese Stovall for being named TCCAA Co-Freshman of the Year in men’s basketball.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SJR 976

Summary of Senate Joint Resolution 976 (SJR 976) – Tennessee, 114th General Assembly

Purpose

SJR 976 is a ceremonial resolution intended to honor and congratulate Tyrese Stovall, a student-athlete at Walters State Community College, for being named the Tennessee Community College Athletic Association (TCCAA) Co-Freshman of the Year in men’s basketball.

Key Provisions and Content

  • Recognition and Purpose: The resolution acknowledges Tyrese Stovall’s achievement as a first-year player in college basketball and commends him as an inspirational leader among peers.
  • Performance Highlights:
    • Stovall’s 2025-2026 season statistics are cited: averages of 10.4 points per game, 6 rebounds per game, and a 69% field-goal percentage.
    • Notable performance: a game against Volunteer State in which he scored 20 points and grabbed 12 rebounds.
  • Status and Form: The resolution states the Senate’s honor and extends best wishes for his continued success on and off the court.
  • Format: The text includes the customary closing language for memorials recognizing individuals, with an instruction for producing an appropriate copy for presentation.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Individual: Tyrese Stovall (Walters State Community College) receives formal statewide recognition for his athletic achievement.
  • Institutional Context: The recognition references his participation in the TCCAA, reflecting positively on his college and its athletic program.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Sponsor: Senate member Steve Southerland (co-sponsor).
  • Legislative Route:
    • Introduced and moved through standard ceremonial steps, including passage on First Consideration, placement on consent calendar, and concurrence between Senate and House.
    • Passed Senate and transmitted to the House, then returned for final approval, and subsequently transmitted to the Governor.
  • Status:
    • Adopted by both chambers and signed by the Governor.
    • Date of Governor’s signature: April 16, 2026.
    • Officially enrolled and ready for signatures by April 8–10, 2026, with final actions completing in April 2026.

Impact and Practical Effects

  • Legal/Policy Impact: No substantive policy changes or fiscal implications are introduced. The resolution is ceremonial in nature, serving to formally recognize an individual’s achievement.
  • Public and Institutional Value: Enhances visibility and prestige for Tyrese Stovall and Walters State Community College, highlighting collegiate athletic achievement in Tennessee.

Notable Details

  • The resolution is titled “Memorials, Sports - Tyrese Stovall, TCCAA Co-Freshman of the Year.”
  • It expressly notes the joint concurrence of the Senate and House in recognizing the honoree.
  • The final clause allows for the language to appear without House or Senate designation in the officially prepared copy.

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

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