Tennessee Senate Bill SJR0220

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/13/23
• Engrossed: 2/27/23
• Enrolled: 3/3/23
• Passed: 3/9/23

Caption

A RESOLUTION to recognize Detective Lieutenant Vicki Arnold on the occasion of her retirement.

Impact

This resolution serves to officially recognize Detective Lieutenant Arnold's contributions and achievements during her tenure with the Morristown Police Department. It aims to celebrate her dedication to the community and the professionalism she exhibited throughout her career. This type of honorary resolution is common as a means to provide public acknowledgment of the services rendered by individuals in law enforcement.

Summary

Senate Joint Resolution 220 (SJR0220) is a resolution introduced to honor Detective Lieutenant Vicki Arnold on the occasion of her retirement from the Morristown Police Department. The resolution highlights her dedicated service of thirty-five years, beginning her career in 1988 as a patrol officer and rising through various positions, including detective roles for juvenile services and internet crimes. It reflects the values of commitment and professionalism that characterize a true public servant.

Contention

While SJR0220 is primarily a celebratory resolution, it can occasionally evoke discussions regarding the recognition of public service employees and the standard processes followed in making such recognitions. However, there were no significant points of contention noted in the discussions or voting history surrounding this particular resolution. The unanimous support shown in the vote (95 yeas and 0 nays) indicates widespread appreciation and agreement on recognizing Detective Lieutenant Arnold's service.