Tennessee Senate Bill SJR1145

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/13/24
• Engrossed: 3/21/24
• Enrolled: 3/26/24
• Passed: 3/28/24

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Katlin Fay Richardson, 2024 Top Ten Senior of Spring Hill High School.

Impact

The resolution serves to highlight the achievements of outstanding students within the state, reflecting the legislative body's support for educational accomplishments. By formally acknowledging Richardson's achievements, the resolution seeks to inspire other students and promote academic excellence within schools across Tennessee. This recognition can foster community engagement and encourage students to pursue higher academic standards.

Summary

SJR1145, sponsored by Senator Hensley, is a resolution that honors and recognizes Katlin Fay Richardson, a senior at Spring Hill High School, who has been named one of the Top Ten Seniors for the graduating class of 2024. The resolution emphasizes the importance of recognizing students who have shown exceptional commitment to their education and have excelled academically.

Contention

While resolutions such as SJR1145 are generally uncontroversial and serve a ceremonial purpose, they can sometimes spark discussions regarding the criteria for recognition. Notable points of consideration might arise around the selection process for such honors, including whether it is equitable and inclusive of diverse student accomplishments. However, no significant contention was noted in the voting discussions surrounding this particular resolution, which passed unanimously.