Tennessee Senate Bill SR0347

Tennessee 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/17/26
• Enrolled: 3/26/26
• Passed: 3/26/26

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend the Adamsville High School Lady Cardinals girls' basketball team upon winning the 2026 Class 2A District 13 tournament.

Summary

Senate Resolution 347 is a ceremonial measure honoring and commending the Adamsville High School Lady Cardinals girls' basketball team for winning the 2026 TSSAA Class 2A District 13 tournament and advancing to the sectional round. The resolution highlights the team’s championship victory over Scotts Hill, credits Head Coach Chad Austin for his leadership and District Coach of the Year recognition, and praises the players’ character, perseverance, work ethic, and talent. The resolution does not create or amend any state law, change any regulatory requirements, or appropriate funds. Its effect is limited to an official expression of recognition by the Tennessee Senate, with an instruction that an appropriate copy be prepared for presentation to the team. As a result, the bill affects no statutes or legal rights and serves only a commemorative purpose. The general sentiment surrounding the resolution is strongly positive and unanimous. The floor vote to adopt passed 33-0, indicating broad support and no recorded opposition. The language of the resolution is celebratory and complimentary throughout, emphasizing pride in the student-athletes and their accomplishments. There is no notable policy contention because the resolution is noncontroversial and purely honorary. The only substantive focus is on the team’s athletic success and the community support behind it. Any discussion would likely center on recognition of the players, coach, and school rather than on legislative disagreement or legal impact.

Impact

SR0347 has no substantive impact on Tennessee law, state agencies, or private parties beyond formal recognition by the Senate. It does not amend the Tennessee Code, establish a program, authorize spending, or impose obligations; it simply honors the Adamsville High School Lady Cardinals and directs that a presentation copy be prepared.

Sentiment

The sentiment is overwhelmingly positive and celebratory. The resolution praises the team’s championship performance, coaching, and character, and the recorded floor vote of 33 yeas and 0 nays shows unanimous support with no apparent opposition.

Contention

There is no meaningful contention associated with this resolution. Because it is a ceremonial commendation for a high school sports team, the measure appears noncontroversial and was adopted without dissent. Any discussion would be limited to the team’s achievement, the coach’s recognition, and community pride.