Memorials, Recognition - Cadet Petty Officer First Class Fernanda Ordonez and Cadet Ensign Ariana Gwynn, Meritorious Achievement Ribbon -

This resolution honors Navy JROTC cadets Fernanda Ordonez and Ariana Gwynn of Fayette-Ware Comprehensive High School for receiving the Meritorious Achievement Ribbon - the highest Navy JROTC honor - after saving a fellow cadet's life during the Arkansas Cadet Leadership Course on June 18, 2024. It specifically recognizes their quick, calm response to a medical emergency, which demonstrated leadership and teamwork. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or funding provisions; it solely serves to publicly commend the cadets' actions. The resolution was enacted by Tennessee's General Assembly and signed by the Governor in February 2025.