SJR 394 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Jes'onia Barefield, Salutatorian, West Creek High School -

SJR 394 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor Jes'onia Barefield, the 2025 Salutatorian of West Creek High School, for her academic achievements. The resolution formally commends her high GPA, extracurricular involvement, and dedication to excellence, extending "best wishes for a happy, successful future." It was adopted by both legislative chambers and signed by the Governor on April 24, 2025, serving as a symbolic recognition with no binding legal effect. This resolution directly acknowledges Barefield's accomplishments and does not create any new policies or obligations.
Bill status signed all 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
Committee Review
Apr 2025
Senate Passage
Apr 2025
House Passage
Apr 2025
Signed into Law
Apr 2025
Introduced Apr 3, 2025 Signed Apr 24, 2025
Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
13
Key actions
5
Committee
1
Apr 24, 2025
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
Apr 21, 2025
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Apr 17, 2025
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Apr 15, 2025
Lower · Passed
Concurred, Ayes 95, Nays 0, PNV 0
lower
Apr 10, 2025
Upper · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 31, Nays 0
upper
Apr 7, 2025
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
upper
Apr 3, 2025
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
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Photo of Bill Powers
Bill Powers
RRepublican
TN
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