Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

Tennessee Senate Bill SJR0786

Introduced
4/20/23  
Engrossed
4/21/23  
Enrolled
4/26/23  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend Cheyenne McPherson upon placing second in the AMVETS Americanism Contest at the state level.

Impact

The resolution serves to draw attention to the AMVETS National Service Foundation's Americanism program, which has been encouraging young people across the country to engage in practices that reinforce patriotism since 1987. This initiative allows young competitors across various age groups to participate in a diversity of tasks that cultivate their understanding and appreciation of American values. It ensures that these values are instilled from an early age, thereby fostering a sense of responsibility and civic duty in future generations.

Summary

SJR0786 is a resolution that honors and commends Cheyenne McPherson, an eighth-grade student at Grassy Fork Elementary School, for her outstanding achievement in placing second in the AMVETS Americanism Contest at the state level. This resolution celebrates the efforts of young Tennesseans who demonstrate exceptional leadership and the values of patriotism and citizenship. By recognizing McPherson's accomplishment, the resolution emphasizes the importance of supporting youth participation in educational and competitive activities that encourage civic engagement.

Contention

While the resolution itself is primarily celebratory, it indirectly highlights the broader objectives of educational and governmental support for youth programs. By publicly recognizing individual achievements such as McPherson's, it reinforces the need for community support in educational initiatives that promote good citizenship and patriotism. Nonetheless, the lack of direct contention within the resolution underscores its nature as an affirmational document, rather than a piece of legislation poised to enact regulatory changes.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN HJR1003

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Alyssa Clements upon winning second place in the 2026 American Farm Bureau Federation Convention national agricultural competition.

TN SJR1089

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Julie Slagle upon winning second place at the National Sweet Sorghum Producers and Processors Association's annual Culinary Contest.

TN SJR0862

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend Gina Harjani upon being named the winner of the National Oratorical Contest.

TN SJR0515

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend Lily Brake for her outstanding achievement in the Baileyton Veterans Memorial design contest.

TN SJR1201

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Cheyenne Davidson, 2026 Valedictorian at Middleton High School.

TN SR0405

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Cheyenne Davidson, 2026 Valedictorian at Middleton High School.

TN HJR0434

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Cheyenne Abrie McDonald, 2025 Top Ten Senior at Wayne County High School.

TN SJR1140

A RESOLUTION to honor Claire Yi upon winning the 2025-2026 Tennessee Association of School Librarians Bookmark Contest.

GA HR1589

Speegle, Cheyenne "Alyssa"; honoring the life and memory; condolences

TN SJR0960

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend Wyatt Poole and Joseph Tosh upon winning first place in the Problem Solving Division at the Tennessee Jobs for America's Graduates State Career Development Conference.

Similar Bills

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