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HJR 1105

Memorials, Sports - Westwood Longhorns boys' and girls' basketball teams, District 16A Division champions -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Justin Pearson

Tennessee House unanimously adopts memorial honoring Westwood Longhorns boys' and girls' basketball teams as District 16A Division champions.

Transmitted to Governor for his action.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1105

Legislative bill overview

HJR 1105 is a memorial resolution honoring the Westwood Longhorns boys' and girls' basketball teams from District 16A for winning division championships. The resolution passed the Tennessee House unanimously and is now being transmitted to the Senate for consideration.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions recognize achievements by constituents and organizations, serving as official state acknowledgment of local accomplishments. While non-binding and largely ceremonial, they demonstrate legislative support for community athletic success and can boost local recognition of student-athletes' achievements.

Potential points of contention

  • Legislative efficiency concerns: Some view memorial resolutions as non-substantive use of legislative time that could be spent on policy matters with broader impact
  • Equity in recognition: Questions may arise about whether all deserving athletic teams receive similar recognition, or if some receive preferential treatment
  • Scope of memorials: Debate over how many local honors a legislature should formally recognize versus leaving such recognition to school districts and communities

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

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