Tennessee 2025-2026 Regular Session

Tennessee Senate Bill SJR0954

Introduced
3/18/26  
Engrossed
3/26/26  
Enrolled
4/7/26  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Callie Drennon of Liberty University Online Academy.

Summary

Senate Joint Resolution 954 is a ceremonial resolution honoring and recognizing Callie Drennon of Liberty University Online Academy. The resolution highlights her academic achievement, noting that she is graduating a year earlier than expected, as well as her involvement in singing, guitar, cheerleading, and performance work at fairs and festivals. It also references her work as an assistant hair and makeup artist and her plans to pursue cosmetology and further training in the luxury glam industry. The resolution is primarily a commendation of Drennon’s personal, academic, and professional aspirations, and it expresses the General Assembly’s best wishes for her future. It also emphasizes her faith and the pride her accomplishments bring to her family, school, and community. As a joint resolution of honor, it does not create new programs, mandates, or regulatory changes. Its impact on state law is minimal to none in a substantive sense. The measure is a nonbinding legislative tribute that does not amend statutes, appropriate funds, or alter the duties of any state agency or private party. Its legal effect is limited to the formal adoption of an official commendation by the Tennessee General Assembly. The general sentiment around the bill is strongly positive and celebratory. The recorded votes show unanimous support, with a 33-0 floor vote to adopt and a 94-0 vote for passage on third consideration, indicating no visible opposition in the legislative record provided. The resolution appears to have been treated as a routine recognition measure. There is little to no notable contention associated with the bill. Because it is a personal honorific resolution, any discussion would likely center on the appropriateness of the recognition itself rather than policy disagreements. The unanimous votes suggest broad agreement and no substantive controversy.

Impact

This resolution has no direct effect on Tennessee statutes, regulations, or agency operations. It functions as an official legislative commendation only, recognizing an individual student’s achievements and authorizing the preparation of a presentation copy. No legal rights, obligations, or funding provisions are created or changed.

Sentiment

The sentiment is overwhelmingly positive and congratulatory. The General Assembly’s votes were unanimous, suggesting broad bipartisan support and no apparent opposition. The bill was treated as a ceremonial recognition measure rather than a contested policy item.

Contention

There is no notable policy contention in the available record. The resolution simply honors Callie Drennon’s academic, artistic, and professional accomplishments, and the unanimous votes indicate that members did not raise objections. Any discussion would have been limited to the merits of the recognition itself, not to legislative policy or legal effects.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN SJR0250

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Liberty Armour, 2025 Valedictorian of Fayette Ware High School.

TN HJR0253

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Addison McBroom, the first graduate of DeKalb Christian Academy.

TN HJR0637

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Yuqi Wang, 2025 Valedictorian of L&N STEM Academy.

TN HJR1433

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Zoé Donaciano, 2026 Valedictorian of Memphis Business Academy High School.

TN HJR1434

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Karyme Briones, 2026 Salutatorian of Memphis Business Academy High School.

TN HJR0417

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Audrey Owens, 2025 Top Ten Senior of Zion Christian Academy.

TN SR0338

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Kayla Reeves, 2026 Valedictorian of Fayette Academy.

TN SJR1274

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Emma Evans, 2026 Salutatorian of Innovation Academy.

TN SJR1192

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Kayla Reeves, 2026 Valedictorian of Fayette Academy.

TN HJR0415

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Sarah Watson, 2025 Top Ten Senior of Zion Christian Academy.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.