Tennessee 2025-2026 Regular Session

Tennessee House Bill HJR0209

Introduced
2/12/25  
Engrossed
2/13/25  
Enrolled
2/25/25  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Reagan Stanfill of Campbell County High School, 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program candidate.

Impact

The resolution serves to celebrate and highlight the accomplishments of exceptional students like Reagan Stanfill. By recognizing her achievements, the bill aims to inspire other students within the state to strive for excellence in their academic and extracurricular pursuits. The broader recognition of such accomplishments contributes positively to the educational environment and places emphasis on the importance of academic achievement within Tennessee.

Summary

HJR0209 is a resolution honoring Reagan Stanfill, a student from Campbell County High School, who has been named a candidate in the prestigious 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. This program, established by executive order in 1964, recognizes outstanding graduating high school seniors across the nation for their exceptional achievements in various fields such as academics, leadership, community service, the arts, and technical disciplines. The honor signifies remarkable dedication and talent among a highly competitive pool of approximately 3.6 million students, as only 5,000 candidates are chosen annually.

Contention

While HJR0209 is primarily a congratulatory resolution with minimal points of contention, it may open discussions about the criteria and fairness of the selection process for programs like the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. However, the resolution itself is presented in a unifying light, recognizing the contributions of an individual without opposition or dissent among state legislators.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN SJR0174

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Bennett McLain of North Greene High School, 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program nominee.

TN SJR0773

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Colt Campbell of Sevier County High School on receiving an All-Region 1-5A honorable mention.

TN HJR1299

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Katie Mason of Page High School on being named a 2025-2026 John Maher Builders Scholar-Athlete.

TN HR0043

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Anna Arnold, the 2025-2026 Maury County Public Schools and Mt. Pleasant High School Teacher of the Year.

TN HJR1260

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Josie Brown of Forrest High School on being named a Distinguished Tennessean Scholar.

TN HJR1300

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Brodie Melzoni of Nolensville High School on being named a 2025-2026 John Maher Builders Scholar-Athlete.

TN SJR0276

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Meghan Condlin on her selection as the 2024–2025 Hunters Lane High School Teacher of the Year.

TN SJR0283

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Patrice Rodgers on her selection as the 2024–2025 McGavock High School Teacher of the Year.

TN SR0271

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Dr. Stacy Jones, 2025-2026 McNairy Central High School Teacher of the Year and WestTeach Program graduate.

TN SJR0903

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Teri Dockery on her selection as the 2025-2026 Smith County High School Teacher of the Year.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.