Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

Tennessee Senate Bill SR0328

Introduced
4/25/24  
Enrolled
4/30/24  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to recognize and congratulate Kennedy Polk on the occasion of her graduation from high school.

Impact

The adoption of SR0328 serves to publicly acknowledge and celebrate the accomplishments of individual students in Tennessee. By recognizing students who excel academically and participate in extracurricular activities, the resolution underscores the importance of education and personal development in the state's youth. Such resolutions contribute positively to the morale of students and encourage others to strive for excellence in their studies and community involvement.

Summary

Senate Resolution 328 (SR0328) is a resolution adopted by the Tennessee Senate to honor Kennedy Polk, a graduating student from St. Mary's Episcopal School. The resolution highlights Kennedy's impressive academic achievements, including a GPA of 4.7, and her active participation in various extracurricular activities, which reflects her dedication and commitment to excellence in her education. Furthermore, it acknowledges her future academic pursuits at Southern Methodist University as a Second Century Scholar and BBA Scholar in the Cox School of Business.

Contention

While the resolution is a straightforward recognition of a student, it may spark discussions around the broader impact of educational acknowledgment at the state level. There may be differing opinions regarding the representation of students in such resolutions, particularly concerning how many students are recognized and whether these acknowledgments reach a diverse range of achievements beyond academic criteria.

Voting_history

SR0328 received overwhelming support during the voting process with 29 yeas and 0 nays, indicating a strong consensus among the legislators on the importance of honoring student achievements within the state.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN HJR1462

A RESOLUTION to recognize and congratulate Lauren Elise Smith on the occasion of her graduation from high school.

TN SR0329

A RESOLUTION to recognize and congratulate Hannah Camille Glenn on the occasion of her graduation from high school.

TN SR636

Congratulating Izabella Paz Gutierrez on the occasion of her graduation from Antonian College Preparatory High School.

TN SR426

Recognizing Dillon Kennedy on the occasion of his graduation from Columbia College Chicago.

TN SR714

Recognizing Kennedy Jayleigh Timm on the occasion of her high school graduation.

TN SR1224

Recognizing Valeria Mejia on the occasion of her graduation from Miami High School.

TN SR623

Congratulating Kelly Murphy on the occasion of his graduation from Stephen F. Austin High School.

TN HR1270

Congratulating Avery Penrod on her graduation from Allen High School.

TN HR1268

Congratulating Julia Wiginton on her graduation from Allen High School.

TN SR949

Recognizing Jamicia Ellis on the occasion of her high school graduation.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.