A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Meadow Hayes on her receipt of the Governor's Volunteer Stars Award.
Summary
House Joint Resolution 108 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Meadow Hayes of Fentress County for receiving the Governor’s Volunteer Stars Award. The resolution highlights her volunteerism, leadership, and community involvement as a student at Clarkrange High School, including participation in cheerleading, FCCLA, Interact, and the Fentress County Youth Fair Board. It frames her as an example of the civic spirit and service that the General Assembly seeks to recognize.
The measure does not change substantive law or create new programs, duties, or appropriations. Instead, it directs that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation to Ms. Hayes, with standard language for official presentation and publication. Its practical effect is limited to formal recognition by the Tennessee General Assembly and public commendation of an individual volunteer.
Impact
HJR 108 has no direct impact on Tennessee statutes, regulations, or agency operations. It is a commemorative resolution only, used to recognize an individual citizen and to place the General Assembly’s congratulations into the official record. The bill affects no regulated parties and imposes no legal obligations, but it does reinforce the state’s public emphasis on volunteer service and community leadership.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the resolution is strongly positive and noncontroversial. The bill passed both chambers by unanimous recorded votes, including 89-0 in the House on third consideration and 31-0 in the Senate on motion to adopt. That voting pattern indicates broad bipartisan support for the recognition and no visible opposition in the available record.
Contention
No notable contention appears in the bill text or the available voting history. Because the resolution is purely honorary, there were no apparent disputes over policy, cost, or legal effect. The only substantive focus is the recipient’s achievements and the broader value of volunteerism, which were presented as reasons for unanimous support.