Tennessee Senate Bill SR0048

Tennessee 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/11/25
• Enrolled: 3/20/25
• Passed: 3/20/25

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend the Fayette-Ware Lady Wildcats girls' basketball team upon finishing as runner-up at the 2025 Class 3A, District 14 tournament.

Summary

Senate Resolution 48 is a ceremonial resolution honoring and commending the Fayette-Ware Comprehensive High School Lady Wildcats girls' basketball team for finishing as runner-up in the 2025 TSSAA Class 3A, District 14 tournament. The resolution recognizes the players’ athletic performance, teamwork, perseverance, and character, and specifically names key contributors Ke'Miyah Buggs, Victory McKinnie, Morgan Crutcher, and Jerkiya Jones, along with Head Coach Marcus Stokes and assistant coaches Keith Jefferson, Kevin Knight, and Nasheka Lewis. The resolution does not change substantive law, create new programs, or appropriate funds. Its effect is limited to an official legislative expression of praise and recognition by the Tennessee Senate, with a copy to be prepared for presentation. As a commemorative measure, it serves to place the team’s achievement into the public record and to formally acknowledge the school, coaches, families, fans, and community supporting the team.

Impact

SR0048 has no direct impact on Tennessee statutes, regulations, or state agency operations because it is a nonbinding Senate resolution rather than a bill amending law. Its practical effect is symbolic: it formally honors the Fayette-Ware Lady Wildcats and records the General Assembly’s commendation of their athletic success and sportsmanship. The resolution may also provide positive public recognition for the school, players, and coaching staff.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the resolution is strongly positive and celebratory. The bill passed the Senate floor unanimously by a 30-0 vote on a motion to adopt, indicating broad bipartisan support and no recorded opposition. The language of the resolution itself is complimentary throughout, emphasizing the team’s excellence, leadership, and character.

Contention

There is no apparent substantive contention surrounding SR0048. Because the measure is purely honorary, it does not present policy disagreements, fiscal concerns, or legal disputes. The only notable focus is on recognition of the team’s accomplishment and the individuals and community members who contributed to the season’s success.