A RESOLUTION to honor Ben Hill of Adamsville High School on his participation in the West Tennessee All-Star Football Game.
Summary
Senate Resolution 260 is a ceremonial measure honoring Ben Hill of Adamsville High School for his participation in the 2025 Sports Plus West Tennessee All-Star Football Game. The resolution highlights his performance as a quarterback for the South team, noting that he threw two touchdown passes and helped lead his team to a 39-7 victory.
The resolution also expresses the General Assembly’s appreciation for high school football as an important part of Tennessee’s heritage and recognizes Hill as a devoted student-athlete worthy of commendation. It directs that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation, with the final clause omitted from the presented copy, which is standard for honorary resolutions.
Impact
SR0260 does not change Tennessee law or create any new legal obligations. Its effect is purely ceremonial: it places the Senate’s official recognition on the record for Ben Hill and Adamsville High School, and it may be presented as a formal commendation. The resolution has no direct impact on statutes, public programs, or regulated parties beyond the symbolic recognition of a student athlete.
Sentiment
The available record shows unanimous support, with a 32-0 floor vote on third consideration. The tone of the resolution itself is strongly positive and celebratory, emphasizing athletic achievement, school pride, and the cultural importance of high school football in Tennessee. There is no evidence of opposition or debate in the provided materials.
Contention
There are no notable points of contention in the bill text or the available discussion and voting history. Because this is an honorary resolution, it does not appear to have raised policy disagreements, fiscal concerns, or legal disputes. The only substantive content is the recognition of Ben Hill’s athletic accomplishment and the broader praise of high school football.