Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

Tennessee Senate Bill SJR0890

Introduced
1/25/24  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend the post-Vietnam War Era veterans of the Tennessee Military Collectors Association.

Impact

While SJR0890 itself does not change existing laws, it serves to formally recognize and commemorate the contributions of specific individuals from the post-Vietnam War era. By recognizing these veterans, the resolution fosters an environment of respect and appreciation for military service, potentially influencing public opinion and encouraging further initiatives to support veterans and their families. It promotes awareness about the values of honor and community service that these individuals exemplify.

Summary

Senate Joint Resolution 890 (SJR0890) is a resolution aimed at honoring and commending the post-Vietnam War Era veterans of the Tennessee Military Collectors Association. The resolution emphasizes the sacrifices made by service members who have defended the freedoms and liberties of the United States, acknowledging their commitment to national service. In doing so, it highlights the tradition of volunteerism that characterizes Tennessee's military history.

Contention

The resolution, while largely commemorative, may face scrutiny in terms of its effectiveness or the need for a formal recognition process in a legislative context. Some individuals might question the allocation of legislative resources to honor specific groups of veterans rather than focusing on broader legislation aimed at improving services and support for all veterans. However, the resolution appears to reflect a collective agreement on the importance of recognizing and honoring those who served during a historically challenging period.

Notable_points

SJR0890 highlights specific individuals by name from the Tennessee Military Collectors Association, underscoring their dedication and the personal sacrifices they made for their country. This personalization of recognition emphasizes the importance of veterans' contributions at a community level and provides a model for how similar resolutions could be approached in the future.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN SR0257

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend the post-Vietnam War Era veterans of the Tennessee Military Collectors Association.

TN SJR1043

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend the post-Vietnam War Era veterans of the Tennessee Military Collectors Association.

TN SJR1020

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend our nation's Vietnam War veterans.

TN HR0032

A RESOLUTION to commemorate Vietnam Veterans Day.

TN HR0035

A RESOLUTION to commemorate Vietnam Veterans Day.

TN SJR0347

A RESOLUTION commemorating Vietnam Veterans Day and the fiftieth anniversary of the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Vietnam.

TN SR149

Vietnam War veterans; honoring

TN HJR0381

A RESOLUTION to commemorate Vietnam Veterans Day.

TN SJ17

Joint resolution recognizing veterans and military service

TN SR648

Commending the veterans of our nation's armed forces who served during the Vietnam War.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.