Senate Resolution 129, sponsored by Walley, honors Leevi Hicks for his outstanding achievement in winning third place at the 2025 National Civics Bee Lawrence County Finals. The competition, held on March 14, 2025, at the Southern Tennessee Higher Education Center, involved over 220 essay submissions addressing community issues, from which twenty middle school students were selected as finalists to compete in a live quiz event. As a student at South Lawrence Middle School, Hicks has demonstrated academic excellence and a commitment to becoming an engaged citizen.

The resolution recognizes Hicks's accomplishment as a source of pride for his family, school, and community, and it commends his dedication to excellence. Furthermore, his success in the local competition qualifies him to advance to the Tennessee State Finals in June. The Senate expresses its best wishes for Hicks's continued success and happiness, emphasizing the importance of inspiring young people to participate actively in civics and their communities.