Tennessee Senate Bill SJR7132

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 8/22/23
• Engrossed: 8/23/23

Caption

A RESOLUTION to commend and congratulate the members of the Greeneville Civil Air Patrol Squadron's drone flight team.

Impact

The resolution serves to honor the dedication and excellence of the young cadets involved in the Civil Air Patrol, which is a civilian auxiliary of the United States Air Force. By recognizing their achievements publicly, the resolution aims to promote the values of teamwork, leadership, and technical skill among youth, while also bringing attention to the important work done by the Civil Air Patrol in supporting communities through various initiatives including emergency response and educational programs.

Summary

SJR7132 is a Senate Joint Resolution aimed at commending and congratulating the members of the Greeneville Civil Air Patrol Squadron's drone flight team. The resolution acknowledges their significant achievement of securing third-place honors at the Academy for Model Aeronautics' Unmanned Aerial System competition, part of the Annual Experimental Aircraft Association air show held in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, in July 2023. The accomplishment is highlighted as a source of pride for both the team members and their community in Tennessee.

Contention

There appears to be no notable opposition to SJR7132, as it is a resolution of commendation rather than a legislative bill that would alter or challenge existing laws. The unanimous support indicated by the voting history shows a collective agreement on the importance of uplifting and recognizing youth achievements in STEM fields, particularly in relation to aviation and drone technology.