This bill is a commemorative resolution that honors the Eagleville High School softball team for winning the 2025 TSSAA Division I, Class A State Championship. It formally acknowledges the team's undefeated state tournament run and victory over Hollow Rock-Bruceton by a score of 8-1, while also recognizing the coaches and community supporters who contributed to their success. The resolution lists the names of the twenty-three players and four assistant coaches, and directs that a copy of the document be presented to the school upon request. This type of legislative action does not change laws or policies but serves to publicly recognize athletic achievement.
This bill is a House Joint Resolution that formally honors Officer Adam Williams of the Chattanooga Police Department for receiving the Field Training Officer of the Year Award. The resolution recognizes his specific contributions to training new officers, including his role in facilitating arrests during traffic stops and narcotics investigations. It serves as an official commendation from the Tennessee General Assembly rather than creating new laws or policies. The measure does not affect any laws or government operations but instead provides public recognition for the officer's achievements.
This bill is a commemorative resolution honoring the Eagleville High School Eagles baseball team for winning their fourth consecutive Tennessee state championship in 2025. It formally recognizes the team's athletic achievements and extends congratulations to the players, coaches, and supporters involved. The resolution does not create any new laws or policy changes; it serves solely as an official acknowledgment of the team's success.
This bill is a House Joint Resolution that honors the memory of Larry Earl Bland, Sr., a respected barber and community leader from Memphis, Tennessee. The resolution formally recognizes his life achievements, including his decades-long career as a master barber, his role as a Black entrepreneur, and his dedication to family and community service. It does not create new laws or policy changes but serves as a commemorative measure to acknowledge his contributions and express condolences to his family. The resolution is intended for presentation to Bland's family as a tribute to his legacy.
This bill honors FTO Kristen Thomas of the Chattanooga Police Department by formally recognizing her receipt of the department's Lifesaving Medal for her heroic actions during a critical emergency. The resolution acknowledges her specific contributions on October 5, 2025, when she managed a chaotic crash scene alone, applied a tourniquet to save a victim's life, and maintained scene control under difficult circumstances. This legislative action serves as an official commendation from the Tennessee General Assembly and does not create new laws or funding. The resolution will be presented to FTO Thomas as a formal acknowledgment of her bravery and dedication to public safety.
This bill is a House Joint Resolution that formally honors the memory of Fred Hime Gillham, a public servant and resident of Clifton, Tennessee. The resolution acknowledges his life achievements, including his work in real estate, his commitment to family, and his service to his community. It expresses the General Assembly's condolences to his family and officially records his legacy for public recognition. The bill does not create new laws or policies but serves as a commemorative tribute to an individual.
This bill is a joint resolution honoring the memory of David A. Allred, a retired Tennessee Highway Patrol officer and public servant from Celina. The resolution acknowledges his contributions to public service, his dedication to family values, and his legacy of integrity and compassion. It formally expresses the General Assembly's condolences to his surviving family members and requests that a copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation to him. The bill does not create new laws or policies but serves as a commemorative gesture to recognize his life and service.
This bill honors Coach Jimmy May upon his retirement as head coach of Oneida High School's football program. It formally recognizes his thirty-five years of service as a chemistry teacher, athletic director, principal, and coach, highlighting his 73-43 record as head coach and his contributions to the school community. The resolution expresses appreciation for his leadership and mentorship but does not create any new laws or funding.
This Tennessee House Joint Resolution honors and commends the Coca-Cola Company and its local bottlers for their support of America250, the national celebration marking the United States' 250th anniversary. The resolution recognizes the company's long history in Tennessee dating back to the early 1900s and acknowledges contributions from specific bottling operations across the state. It formally expresses gratitude for Coca-Cola's economic investments, philanthropy, and role in fostering community engagement and national pride. The document serves as a ceremonial recognition rather than establishing new laws or policies.
This bill is a joint resolution honoring Ed Caram, a chaplain with the Chattanooga Police Department, for receiving the department's Chaplain of the Year award. The resolution recognizes his contributions to officer well-being, crisis response, and community support through his work with the CPD Chaplain Corps. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official commendation from the Tennessee state legislature. The document is ceremonial in nature and has no impact on public policy or government operations.
This joint resolution honors Co-Responder Amanda Finn of the Chattanooga Police Department for receiving the Professional Staff Newcomer Award. The measure recognizes her contributions to the Crisis Co-Response Unit, including improving clinical training, enhancing officer de-escalation skills, and strengthening community relationships. By formally commending her achievements, the Tennessee legislature acknowledges her leadership and impact on public safety operations.
This bill is a joint resolution honoring the memory of Henry Wetter Morgan, a prominent Memphis businessman and public servant who passed away. The resolution formally acknowledges his contributions to business, community service, and civic leadership throughout his life. It expresses the legislature's condolences to his family and directs that a copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation to his family. The measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal tribute to his legacy.
