HJR 920 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Clarksville Jeep Crew 2026 for their volunteer service. It specifically recognizes their role during the January 2026 Middle Tennessee ice storm, where they recovered 276 stranded vehicles (including emergency vehicles) and donated 1,053 hours of service. The resolution does not create new laws or obligations - it is purely a formal expression of commendation by the Tennessee General Assembly. It directly affects the Clarksville Jeep Crew by publicly acknowledging their community service, with no binding policy impact.
SJR 875 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Donald Kenton Wright, a former Tennessee State Senator (1992-1996) and mayor of Gallatin (1997-2006), for his decades of public service, community leadership, and contributions as an educator and author. The resolution expresses the General Assembly’s condolences to his family and commemorates his life, including his military service, dedication to family values, and literary works. It does not create new laws or affect any policies or groups, as it is a symbolic tribute with no binding legal effect. The resolution was unanimously passed by the Senate, concurred by the House, and signed by the Governor in February 2026.
HJR 914 is a memorial resolution honoring Tracy George Trott, a former Tennessee Highway Patrol Colonel who dedicated 40 years to public service before retiring in 2018. The resolution expresses the Tennessee General Assembly's condolences to his family and commemorates his legacy of leadership, commitment to law enforcement, and community involvement. It does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes his contributions through a legislative expression of respect. The resolution was passed unanimously and signed by the Governor on February 27, 2026.
House Joint Resolution 915 is a memorial resolution honoring Hobart L. "Coach" Powell, Sr., a retired high school coach and administrator from Jonesborough, Tennessee, who dedicated over 30 years to education and youth sports in Washington County. The resolution, approved by the Tennessee General Assembly and signed by the Governor, formally commemorates his life, service, and legacy as a public servant, educator, and community leader. It extends condolences to his family and recognizes his contributions to coaching, school administration, and local athletics.
HJR 177 is a non-binding resolution urging the naming of the Blue Springs Boat Ramp in Speedwell, Tennessee, in honor of U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Terry William Prater. It directly affects the location of the boat ramp by proposing a commemorative name change to honor Prater, a soldier who died in Iraq in 2007 and received military awards for heroism. The resolution cites Prater's service, his sacrifice during his second deployment, and his personal connection to fishing at the ramp, where he spent time with his family. This is a symbolic gesture with no legal or financial impact, as it only requests the name change without creating new laws or obligations.
HJR 149 is a resolution passed by the Tennessee House of Representatives expressing the General Assembly's support for efforts to improve metabolic health among Tennesseans. It cites concerns about high rates of obesity (65%), diabetes (761,000 diagnosed cases), mental health conditions, and metabolic syndrome in the state, linking these to consumption of processed grains, sugars, and industrial seed oils. The resolution does not create new laws or regulations but formally states legislative backing for health initiatives addressing these dietary factors. It serves as a statement of intent rather than a policy change, with no direct impact on individuals or new requirements for government action.
SJR 558 is a symbolic resolution commending Gap26 and the Great American Prayer Revival, a nonprofit ministry founded at Brentwood Baptist Church in July 2024. It recognizes their planned national spiritual revival events scheduled for March 1-4, 2026, across all 50 states, which aim to promote Christian faith-based renewal. The resolution honors the ministry’s leadership team and its mission to "call America to national spiritual revival." As a commemorative resolution, it does not create legal obligations or affect any policies or individuals.
SJR 693 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Jimmy Pitts, a Smyrna resident and community leader, for receiving Leadership Rutherford's 2025 Pinnacle Award. It recognizes his over 30 years of service across industries like healthcare and real estate, plus his volunteer work with local groups including the Smyrna Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Boys & Girls Club, and Senior Activity Center. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely a symbolic gesture of appreciation for his community contributions.
SJR 694 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Dow Smith for receiving Tennessee's 2025 "Business at Its Best Award." It formally congratulates Smith on his entrepreneurial achievements, community service, and integration of faith-based values into his business leadership. The resolution does not create new laws or affect any policies - it is purely a symbolic gesture of recognition by the Tennessee General Assembly. It directly affects only Dow Smith, acknowledging his decades-long business growth and community impact through the award. The resolution was enacted after passing both chambers and receiving the Governor's signature on February 20, 2026.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SJR 692) honoring Norman Brown as the Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce's 2025 Business Legend of the Year. It formally recognizes his service as a third-generation business owner who grew Roscoe Brown, Inc. into a major regional HVAC, plumbing, and insulation company while supporting community initiatives. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely a symbolic tribute approved by the Tennessee General Assembly and signed by the Governor.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SJR 621) honoring Robert Allan Clark for his retirement as a Veterans Service Officer with Tennessee's Division of Veterans Services. It recognizes his 10-year service (2015-2025), military background (including Desert Shield/Storm deployments), and work helping over 5,000 veterans access benefits. The resolution formally expresses the General Assembly's gratitude for his service and awards him the division's highest honor, Advocate of the Year (2019). As a non-binding resolution, it has no policy impact and solely serves to acknowledge his contributions.
SJR 7 designates Sunday, February 2, 2025, and the first Sunday in February each year thereafter as "Four Chaplains Day" in Tennessee. The resolution commemorates the four U.S. Army chaplains (Lt. George L. Fox, Lt. Alexander D. Goode, Lt. John P. Washington, and Lt. Clark V. Poling) who died in 1943 by giving up their life jackets to save soldiers during the sinking of the Dorchester. This symbolic designation does not create new laws or obligations but formally honors their sacrifice and heroism. It follows a precedent set by U.S. Congress in 1960, which authorized the Four Chaplains Medal.
