TN SR0391The bill honors Cortez Williams, who is the Valedictorian of Fayette-Ware High School for the class of 2026. It recognizes his academic achievements and contributions to his school community. This resolution celebrates the hard work and dedication that led to his top academic standing.
TN SR0391 is a senate bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Page Walley (R), currently “Passed” since April 17, 2026.
We track 9,160 Tennessee bills this session, 294 of them sponsored by Page Walley.
Supporters of the bill would highlight the importance of recognizing student achievements and the positive role models they provide for their peers. They would frame this resolution as a celebration of educational success and community pride, showcasing Cortez Williams as an inspiring figure for future students.
Critics might argue that while recognizing individual students is important, this resolution could divert attention from broader educational issues facing schools in Tennessee. They may contend that the focus should be on systemic improvements rather than individual accolades, suggesting that such resolutions do little to address the challenges within the education system.
The bill SR0391 is a resolution to honor Cortez Williams, the valedictorian of Fayette-Ware High School, and does not propose any changes to policy or funding that would directly impact the education sector in a way that would financially benefit the sponsor, Page Walley. However, Walley's employment with the University of Alabama-Birmingham, which operates in the education sector, creates a potential indirect alignment with the bill's focus on education. While this connection exists, it is not strong enough to suggest that the resolution would provide any direct financial gain to Walley or his interests. Furthermore, the resolution itself is ceremonial and does not involve any legislative action that would affect funding or policy decisions that could benefit his financial interests.
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| Type | Description | Industry | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupation | Psychologist | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | Self-employed as a psychologist | — | AI-researched |
| Board Member | Former Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Children's Services | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Employer | UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA-BIRMINGHAM | Education | TN Ethics Commission |
| Spouse Employer | 3LS VENTURES | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Spouse Employer | SOCIAL SECURITY | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | UAB ADJUNCT PROFESSOR from Jan 2012 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | I AM NEXT BOARD MEMBER/CHAIR from Apr 2021 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | Leadership PAC: PBW-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 SR0391 do?
The bill honors Cortez Williams, who is the Valedictorian of Fayette-Ware High School for the class of 2026. It recognizes his academic achievements and contributions to his school community. This resolution celebrates the hard work and dedication that led to his top academic standing.
What is the status of TN SR0391?
TN SR0391 is currently “Passed” in the Tennessee legislature.
Who sponsored TN SR0391?
Page Walley (R) sponsored TN SR0391.
