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HJR 140

Proposes a constitutional amendment that modifies term limits for members of the general assembly

2026 Regular Session Introduced by John Simmons

Ceremonial HJR 140 honors Greg Svihlik as 2024–2025 Spring Station Middle School Teacher of the Year; expresses appreciation and best wishes, with no new laws or funds.

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Bill Summary · HJR 140

Summary of HJR 140 — Memorials, Professional Achievement: Greg Svihlik

Overview

  • Bill number and title: HJR 140, Memorials, Professional Achievement
  • Subject: Memorializing and recognizing professional achievement; honors a teacher
  • Sponsor: Rep. Warner
  • Status: Signed by the Governor (enacted)
  • Introduced: February 18, 2025
  • Current version content: A House Joint Resolution recognizing Greg Svihlik as the 2024–2025 Spring Station Middle School Teacher of the Year

Purpose and intent

HJR 140 is a ceremonial joint resolution that formally honors Greg Svihlik for being selected as the 2024–2025 Spring Station Middle School Teacher of the Year. The measure acknowledges his dedication, professional ability, integrity, and positive influence on students, colleagues, and the broader Tennessee education community. It expresses appreciation for his service to Tennessee’s children and wishes him well in his future endeavors.

Key provisions and changes

  • Recognition and commendation: The bill states that the General Assembly honors and congratulates Svihlik, commends his exceptional service, and salutes his professional expertise and personal excellence.
  • Ceremonial language: It directs that an appropriate copy be prepared for presentation, with a provision governing formatting of the copy (the clause following the State seal may appear without House or Senate designation).
  • No statutory changes or fiscal impact: As a memorial/ceremonial resolution, it does not create new statutory requirements, grant funds, or alter public policy beyond formal recognition.

Who is affected

  • Primary honoree: Greg Svihlik, Spring Station Middle School (teacher)
  • School/community impact: Students, colleagues, and the broader Tennessee education community who recognize and celebrate high achievement in teaching.
  • State audience: Members of the General Assembly and Tennessee educators who value professional excellence in public education.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • House actions:
    • Introduced February 18, 2025
    • Sponsor additions and concurrence completed in February 2025
    • Enrolled and prepared for signature (mid-February 2025)
    • Signed by the Speaker of the House (February 14, 2025)
  • Senate actions:
    • Signed by Senate Speaker (February 18, 2025)
    • Placed on Senate Consent Calendar (February 12, 2025)
    • Read, concurred, and transferred for final actions in February 2025
  • Governor actions:
    • Transmitted to the Governor for action (February 20, 2025)
    • Governor's signature: February 21, 2025
  • Enactment status: Signed by the Governor; the measure is established as law in its ceremonial capacity.

Notes on effective date and scope

  • The resolution is a ceremonial memorial and does not create or modify law beyond formal recognition. It serves as an official token of appreciation from the General Assembly to an exemplary Tennessee educator.

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

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