Memorials, Recognition - Patricia and Manuel Oliver -

HJR 296 is a Tennessee legislative resolution honoring Patricia and Manuel Oliver for their activism against gun violence following their son Joaquin "Guac" Oliver's death in the 2018 Parkland school shooting. The resolution recognizes their nonprofit organization, Change the Ref, and their public awareness projects - including the NRA Children's Museum, "The Lost Class" graduation ceremony for gun violence victims, and the "Guac" stage performance - which memorialize their son and advocate for gun violence prevention. This symbolic resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally acknowledges the Olivers' efforts to hold leaders accountable and drive change, including contributing to the establishment of the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention.