Tennessee 2025-2026 Regular Session

Tennessee House Bill HR0090

Introduced
4/3/25  
Enrolled
4/8/25  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Lauren Bacon, the 2024-2025 Crockett Elementary School Teacher of the Year.

Summary

House Resolution 90 is a ceremonial resolution honoring and congratulating Lauren Bacon, who was named the 2024-2025 Crockett Elementary School Teacher of the Year. The resolution praises her dedication, compassion, professionalism, and positive influence on students and colleagues, and it recognizes her commitment to helping children reach their full potential as scholars and citizens. The measure does not create or amend any substantive law. Instead, it directs that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation, with the final clause omitted from the presentation copy, which is standard for honorary resolutions. Its practical effect is limited to formal legislative recognition of an individual educator and her service to the community.

Impact

HR0090 has no direct impact on Tennessee statutes, regulations, or public programs. It is a nonbinding commemorative resolution that solely expresses the House of Representatives’ appreciation for Lauren Bacon’s achievements and service as an elementary school teacher. The only legal effect is the official adoption of the resolution and preparation of a presentation copy for ceremonial use.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the resolution is uniformly positive. The bill passed the House on third consideration from the consent calendar by a 96-0 vote, indicating broad bipartisan support and no recorded opposition. The language of the resolution itself is laudatory and celebratory, reflecting a consensus that Ms. Bacon’s work merits public recognition.

Contention

There is no apparent substantive contention in the bill text or voting record. Because HR0090 is an honorary resolution, it does not raise policy disputes, fiscal concerns, or legal changes that would typically generate debate. The only notable feature is its ceremonial nature, which generally places it among noncontroversial measures considered on the consent calendar.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN SJR0485

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend Jennifer Crockett, 2024–2025 West Elementary School Teacher of the Year.

TN HJR1272

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Brittany Richardson for her selection as the 2025-2026 Crockett Elementary School Teacher of the Year.

TN SR0309

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Jackie Lopp on her selection as the 2025-2026 David Crockett Elementary School Teacher of the Year.

TN SR0108

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Alexondria McKinney, the 2024-2025 Carter-Lawrence Elementary School Teacher of the Year.

TN SJR0491

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Kala Ealy, the 2024-2025 Gladeville Elementary School Teacher of the Year.

TN SR0114

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Cori Paquin, the 2024-2025 Jones Elementary School Teacher of the Year.

TN SR0115

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Joni Wells, the 2024-2025 Napier Elementary School Teacher of the Year.

TN HR0086

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Megan Fleer, the 2024-2025 Scales Elementary School Teacher of the Year.

TN SR0308

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Kristin Risner on her selection as the 2025-2026 Ingram Sowell Elementary School Teacher of the Year and the Lawrence County School System Elementary School Teacher of the Year.

TN HR0030

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Melissa Andrews, the 2025-2026 Brown Elementary School Teacher of the Year.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.