A RESOLUTION to honor and commend Willis Jepson on being named the 2026 Tennessee Farmer of the Year for the Middle Tennessee region.
Impact
The resolution serves to highlight and honor the contributions of agricultural leaders in Tennessee, emphasizing the importance of leadership in farming for the state's economy and communities. By selecting and honoring individuals like Willis Jepson, Tennessee aims to promote agricultural excellence and inspire future generations of farmers. Such resolutions play a role in reinforcing community values around agriculture, an essential part of Tennessee's identity and economy.
Summary
SJR7003 is a Senate Joint Resolution that honors and commends Willis Jepson for being named the 2026 Tennessee Farmer of the Year for the Middle Tennessee region. The resolution acknowledges Jepson's significant contributions to agriculture, including his work in various crops such as corn, soybeans, and wheat, as well as his leadership in agricultural practices and environmental innovations through his family-owned farming operation. This recognition underscores the value placed on exceptional agricultural leadership within the state of Tennessee.
Contention
Since SJR7003 is a resolution recognizing an individual rather than implementing new laws or regulations, it does not directly result in changes to state laws. However, the recognition of farmers could stimulate discussions on agricultural policies, community support for local farmers, and broader issues affecting the agricultural sector in Tennessee. Furthermore, this resolution reflects the state's acknowledgment of the critical roles farmers play in sustaining local economies and fostering community engagement in agricultural endeavors.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 9; Title 13; Title 16; Title 39; Title 55; Title 58; Title 62; Title 65; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to emergency management.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 9; Title 13; Title 16; Title 39; Title 55; Title 58; Title 62; Title 65; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to emergency management.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 1; Title 2; Title 3; Title 4; Title 5; Title 7; Title 8; Title 9; Title 10; Title 11; Title 12; Title 13; Title 16; Title 20; Title 22; Title 24; Title 31; Title 33; Title 36; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 43; Title 44; Title 45; Title 47; Title 48; Title 49; Title 50; Title 53; Title 54; Title 55; Title 56; Title 61; Title 62; Title 63; Title 64; Title 65; Title 66; Title 67; Title 68; Title 69 and Title 71, relative to electronic transmissions.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 1; Title 2; Title 3; Title 4; Title 5; Title 7; Title 8; Title 9; Title 10; Title 11; Title 12; Title 13; Title 16; Title 20; Title 22; Title 24; Title 31; Title 33; Title 36; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 43; Title 44; Title 45; Title 47; Title 48; Title 49; Title 50; Title 53; Title 54; Title 55; Title 56; Title 61; Title 62; Title 63; Title 64; Title 65; Title 66; Title 67; Title 68; Title 69 and Title 71, relative to electronic transmissions.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 7; Title 8; Title 10; Title 33; Title 36; Title 37; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 49; Title 50; Title 57; Title 67; Title 68 and Title 70, relative to firearms.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 7; Title 8; Title 10; Title 33; Title 36; Title 37; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 49; Title 50; Title 57; Title 67; Title 68 and Title 70, relative to firearms.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 7; Title 8; Title 10; Title 33; Title 36; Title 37; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 49; Title 50; Title 57; Title 67; Title 68 and Title 70, relative to firearms.