Memorials, Recognition - Cristy Dunn -

SJR 566 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Cristy Dunn, a Mountain City artist and community leader, for receiving the Tennessee Arts Commission's 2025 Arts Leadership Award. It recognizes her work founding the Johnson County Center for the Arts, creating the Mountain City Mural Mile, co-founding the Long Journey Home Musical Heritage Festival, and supporting Appalachian arts education. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it solely expresses legislative commendation. It passed unanimously in both chambers and was signed by the Governor on February 3, 2026. This is purely symbolic recognition with no direct impact on laws, funding, or affected individuals beyond the honoree.