Memorials, Recognition - Tennessee Black Caucus of State Legislators Living Legend Award honorees, Reverend Ann Jones-Pierre, Dr. Carolyn Baldwin Tucker, and Representative Johnny Shaw -

This House Resolution (HR 161) formally recognizes Reverend Ann Jones-Pierre, Dr. Carolyn Baldwin Tucker, and Representative Johnny Shaw as recipients of the Tennessee Black Caucus of State Legislators' Living Legend Award. It honors their decades of community service, including Reverend Jones-Pierre's work in ministry and economic justice, Dr. Tucker's 30-year career in education, and Rep. Shaw's legislative and media contributions. The resolution expresses the Tennessee House of Representatives' gratitude for their "indelible contributions" to Tennessee communities and extends congratulations. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes - only symbolic recognition.