Tennessee House Bill HJR0708

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/8/24
• Engrossed: 1/10/24
• Enrolled: 1/23/24
• Passed: 1/30/24

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend Joelle Phillips on the occasion of her retirement.

Impact

This resolution does not enact new laws but serves to publicly recognize an individual for their contributions to the state. It highlights the importance of public service and the roles individuals play in steering local communities towards progress. In doing so, it reinforces the state's appreciation for impactful leaders in various sectors, including telecommunications. Acknowledging such contributions can foster a sense of community pride and encourage public engagement.

Summary

HJR0708 is a House Joint Resolution proposed to honor Joelle Phillips on her retirement after a notable career with AT&T Tennessee, where she served as a regulatory attorney and later as the president. The resolution acknowledges her significant contributions to the state, particularly in advocating for legislative changes in technology services and community initiatives focused on increasing post-secondary educational attainment in Tennessee. Joelle's commitment to the community and her leadership in the telecommunications sector earned her respect and admiration from her colleagues and clients alike.

Contention

While HJR0708 is predominantly celebratory in nature, it may not escape scrutiny regarding the broader implications of recognizing individual contributions versus systemic issues in the public sector. As similar resolutions can reflect resource allocation decisions and the prioritization of certain sectors or individuals, discussions might arise on how many such resolutions can be judiciously proposed without overshadowing pressing legislative actions. However, there are no noted points of contention from the adopted votes, which were entirely in favor.