HR 172 Tennessee House · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Sports - J.P. Payne, District 3, Class 4A Coach of the Year -

This bill is a House Resolution that honors J.P. Payne, the boys' basketball coach at Knoxville Central High School, for being named District 3, Class 4A Coach of the Year. The resolution recognizes Payne's leadership in turning around his team's performance during the 2025-2026 season, which resulted in a district championship and advancement to regionals. No new laws or policies are established; the document serves solely to formally acknowledge and congratulate Payne on his coaching achievement.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Mar 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 23, 2026 Last action Mar 24, 2026
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This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history

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Total actions
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Key actions
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Committee
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Mar 24, 2026
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Mar 23, 2026
Lower · Passed
R/S Intro., adopted v.v.
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Michele Carringer
RRepublican
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