SJR 982 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Professional Achievement - Tammy Leonard, February 2026 Hamblen County Teacher of the Month -

This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally honors Tammy Leonard, a teacher at Fairview-Marguerite Elementary School in Hamblen County, for being selected as the February 2026 Teacher of the Month. The resolution recognizes her dedication to education and her positive influence on students, describing her as an inspirational educator who motivates learners to achieve their full potential. The document serves as an official commendation from the Tennessee General Assembly, acknowledging her professional excellence and commitment to public service. No new laws or policies are created by this measure; it functions solely as a ceremonial recognition of an individual's achievements.
Bill status signed all 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Mar 2026
Senate Passage
Apr 2026
House Passage
Apr 2026
Signed into Law
Apr 2026
Introduced Mar 26, 2026 Signed Apr 16, 2026
Floor votes

How they voted

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

Actions timeline

Total actions
14
Key actions
5
Committee
1
Apr 16, 2026
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
Apr 10, 2026
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Apr 8, 2026
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Apr 6, 2026
Lower · Passed
Concurred, Ayes 90, Nays 0, PNV 2
lower
Apr 2, 2026
Upper · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 32, Nays 0
upper
Mar 30, 2026
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
upper
Mar 26, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
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Photo of Steve Southerland
Steve Southerland
RRepublican
TN
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