Tennessee House Bill HJR1322

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/3/24
• Engrossed: 4/9/24
• Enrolled: 4/16/24
• Passed: 4/22/24

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend the Hixson High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps unit upon its fiftieth anniversary.

Impact

HJR1322 serves to acknowledge the positive effects that the JROTC program has had on the students and their community. By recognizing the achievements of the Hixson High School Air Force JROTC unit, the resolution highlights the role of extracurricular programs in shaping the future leaders of the state and the country. This recognition may inspire other schools to strengthen their JROTC programs or consider starting similar initiatives that promote leadership and community involvement among students.

Summary

House Joint Resolution 1322 (HJR1322) is a resolution honoring the Hixson High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) unit on the occasion of its fiftieth anniversary. This resolution pays tribute to the accomplishments and contributions of the JROTC program, which has instilled values of hard work, discipline, and perseverance in its cadets. The program has a long-standing history, having been founded during the 1973-1974 academic year, and has been recognized for its excellence through various awards, including the Distinguished Unit Award with Merit.

Contention

While the resolution is largely celebratory and receives widespread support, there could be underlying points of contention surrounding the funding and support of JROTC programs within schools. Some may raise concerns about the emphasis on military training in educational environments and whether such programs adequately address the diverse needs and interests of all students. However, no explicit opposition to HJR1322 was mentioned in the available discussions on the resolution.