Tennessee House Bill HJR7023

Tennessee 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 5/7/26

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Randy Mathis upon being named District 4-AAA Coach of the Year.

Summary

House Joint Resolution 7023 is a ceremonial measure honoring Randy Mathis, the head softball coach at Rhea County High School and Spring City Middle School, for being named District 4-AAA Coach of the Year. The resolution highlights his coaching record, including leading the Rhea County High School softball team to a 20-4 regular-season record, as well as his long service to local students as both a coach and special education teacher. The resolution also notes Mathis’s educational background, his Tennessee roots as a native of Rhea County, and his family. It expresses the General Assembly’s appreciation for his leadership, mentorship, and contributions to young athletes, and directs that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation.

Impact

This resolution does not change state law, create new rights, or impose obligations on any person or agency. Its effect is purely honorary and symbolic, recognizing an individual Tennessean and allowing the legislature to formally commend him through an official resolution.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the bill is entirely positive and celebratory. The resolution frames Randy Mathis as a successful coach, tactician, motivator, and educator, and the available context shows no recorded opposition, controversy, or divided vote. It appears to be a routine commendation measure with unanimous or unrecorded support.

Contention

There is no notable contention in the bill text or available legislative context. Because the measure is a noncontroversial honorary resolution, there are no competing policy positions, affected interest groups, or disputed statutory changes. Any discussion would likely have centered only on Mathis’s accomplishments and local recognition.