Tennessee House Bill HJR1157

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/26/24
• Engrossed: 4/2/24
• Enrolled: 4/10/24
• Passed: 4/16/24

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Gabriella L. Rosa, 2024 Top Ten Senior of Spring Hill High School.

Impact

The passage of HJR1157 would grandly acknowledge not just Ms. Rosa’s academic achievements but also the standards of excellence set by students within the state. It brings recognition to the contributions that such individuals make to their communities, schools, and families, thereby promoting the values of hard work and determination among students.

Summary

HJR1157 is a resolution that seeks to honor Gabriella L. Rosa, who has been recognized as one of the Top Ten Seniors of the 2024 graduating class at Spring Hill High School. This legislative action highlights the importance of academic excellence and serves to acknowledge individual students who have made significant achievements during their high school careers. The resolution emphasizes Ms. Rosa's commitment to her studies as well as her participation in extracurricular activities, particularly in volleyball, demonstrating a well-rounded student profile.

Contention

While the resolution focuses on a positive initiative, it remains limited to honoring an individual student without broader implications for state law or policy changes. The resolution is seen more as a ceremonial recognition rather than a bill inciting substantial legislative debate or opposition. Thus, it consolidates the practice of recognizing educational accomplishments at a legislative level but may spark conversations about the role of public acknowledgment in education.