TN SJR0915This resolution honors Savannah Bowman for being named the Putnam County Schools Middle School Teacher of the Year. It recognizes her contributions to education and celebrates her achievements in teaching.
TN SJR0915 is a senate bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Paul Bailey (R), currently “Passed” since March 31, 2026.
We track 9,160 Tennessee bills this session, 196 of them sponsored by Paul Bailey.
Supporters would highlight this resolution as a celebration of excellence in education, showcasing the importance of recognizing outstanding teachers like Savannah Bowman. They would argue that honoring educators helps to inspire both teachers and students in the community.
Critics might argue that while honoring individual teachers is important, it does not address broader issues facing the education system, such as funding and support for all educators. They may feel that focusing on one individual's achievement overlooks systemic challenges that need attention.
The bill SJR0915 is a resolution to honor Savannah Bowman as the Putnam County Schools Middle School Teacher of the Year, which primarily focuses on recognizing an individual for their achievements in the education sector. The sponsor, Paul Bailey, has a diverse portfolio of personal financial interests, primarily in the trucking industry and various business ventures. However, there are no direct overlaps between his personal financial interests and the education sector, as his business activities do not intersect with the impacts of this resolution. Therefore, there is no potential for personal financial gain from this bill, as it does not affect any of his business interests or investments.
Unlike federal analysis based on campaign donations, state analysis examines legislators' personal financial interests — their jobs, businesses, and investments.
| Type | Description | Industry | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupation | Businessman | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | Owner of Bailey Company, a trucking business | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Business Owner | Owner of Bailey Company | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Board Member | Board member of the Tennessee Trucking Association | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Employer | CB TRUCKING INC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | CB TRANSPORTATION, INC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | A & P LEASING, LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | BAILEY TIRE COMPANY, LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | BAILEY INVESTMENTS | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | CB LEASING, LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | WAREHOUSE SERVICES, LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | COWBOY TRUCK LEASING LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | NATIONAL REINED COW HORSE ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT from Feb 2012 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | AMERICAN QUARTER HORSE ASSOCIATION DIRECTOR from Mar 2004 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | TN QUARTER HORSE ASSOCIATION DIRECTOR from Jan 1998 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | BUILTWELL BANK, Spouse, and Minor Child | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | DEKALB COUNTY BANKand Minor Child | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | CITIZENS BANK | Commercial Banks | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | BAILEY INVESTMENTS LLCand Minor Child | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | SAFE TRUCKING | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | THROUGHBRED FINANCIAL, Spouse, and Minor Child | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | Leadership PAC: PB PAC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
Items marked "AI-researched" are generated from public sources but have not been independently verified. Verified data is sourced from official legislature websites and disclosure filings.
About This Analysis
This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Tennessee General Assembly. Conflict analysis examines the sponsor's personal financial interests for potential overlaps with the bill's subject matter.
What does TN SJR0915 do?
This resolution honors Savannah Bowman for being named the Putnam County Schools Middle School Teacher of the Year. It recognizes her contributions to education and celebrates her achievements in teaching.
What is the status of TN SJR0915?
TN SJR0915 is currently “Passed” in the Tennessee legislature.
Who sponsored TN SJR0915?
Paul Bailey (R) sponsored TN SJR0915.
