A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Tabitha H. Stevenson, the 2024-2025 Hull-Jackson Elementary School Teacher of the Year.
Summary
Senate Resolution 111 is a ceremonial measure honoring and congratulating Tabitha H. Stevenson for being named the 2024-2025 Hull-Jackson Elementary School Teacher of the Year. The resolution praises her dedication, professionalism, compassion, and positive influence on students and colleagues, and it recognizes her commitment to helping children reach their full potential as scholars and citizens.
The resolution does not create or amend any law, establish a program, or appropriate funds. Its practical effect is limited to formally expressing the Senate’s appreciation and sending an official copy of the resolution to Ms. Stevenson with the final clause omitted from the presentation copy, which is standard for honorary resolutions.
Impact
SR0111 has no substantive impact on Tennessee statutes, regulations, or state programs. It is a commemorative Senate resolution that serves only to recognize an individual educator and to place the General Assembly’s commendation into the official record. No legal rights, duties, or funding obligations are changed for the state, school district, or any private party.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the bill is unanimously positive. The floor vote to adopt passed 30-0, indicating broad bipartisan support and no recorded opposition. The resolution’s language is entirely laudatory, reflecting a consensus to celebrate an accomplished teacher and the value of public education.
Contention
There is no notable contention associated with SR0111. Because the measure is honorary rather than policy-driven, there were no committee disputes, amendments, or recorded objections in the available history. The only action reflected in the record is a unanimous floor adoption.