Tennessee House Bill HJR1436

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/18/24
• Engrossed: 4/22/24
• Enrolled: 4/25/24
• Passed: 4/25/24

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Biffle Potts Farm on being named the 2024 Maury County Alliance Century Farm of the Year.

Impact

The resolution serves to acknowledge the importance of family farms, such as Biffle Potts Farm, in contributing to the agricultural fabric of Maury County and the wider state of Tennessee. By recognizing such farms, the resolution promotes awareness of rural heritage and the role that family farms play in food production and community values. This can help foster a culture of support for local agricultural operations and encourage future generations to engage in farming.

Summary

HJR1436 is a House Joint Resolution that honors and recognizes Biffle Potts Farm for being named the 2024 Maury County Alliance Century Farm of the Year. This resolution reflects the historical and ongoing contributions of the Biffle Potts Farm to local agriculture and rural community life in Tennessee. The resolution highlights the family's long-standing ownership and operation of the farm, which has been in the family since its founding in 1859, showcasing its significance in preserving local agricultural traditions.

Contention

Although it is primarily a recognition resolution without direct legislative impact, HJR1436 emphasizes the intimate connection between farming families and their communities. It does not raise contention as legislative bills might, but rather unites lawmakers and constituents around shared values regarding agriculture, history, and community pride. The recognition does not provoke debate about policy changes or specific laws, thereby avoiding controversy.