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HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION 648
By Reedy
HJR0648
007446
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A RESOLUTION to recognize and honor Judge Andy Brigham for
bringing CASA to Stewart County.
WHEREAS, we are pleased to honor an outstanding jurist who has faithfully discharged
his duties for many years, working compassionately and diligently to ensure that all who come
before him are treated with dignity and respect; and
WHEREAS, Judge Andy Brigham of Stewart County is a notable jurist, who is most
worthy of our approbation; and
WHEREAS, a longtime judge who has served the citizens of Stewart County with
integrity and aplomb, Judge Brigham has worked tirelessly to ensure that at-risk youth who have
cases before him are well advocated for, treating them with respect and enabling them to have
a voice; and
WHEREAS, for fourteen years, Judge Brigham led the charge to bring CASA (Court
Appointed Special Advocates) to Stewart County, staying the course and fighting for this
important program, thus improving the experiences and outcomes for children throughout the
county; and
WHEREAS, CASA programs operate throughout the country as a unique blend of
private support, public need, and the kind of people power that comes from 70,000 volunteers
committed to the rights of every child in the foster care and child welfare system; and
WHEREAS, CASA volunteers meet with children monthly and build a caring, trusting
relationship, offering support to these children and a chance for their experiences and needs to
be considered in legal matters; and
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WHEREAS, Judge Andy Brigham's effort to bring CASA to Stewart County is one of
many examples of his commitment to treating everyone with dignity and respect and making
sure each individual has representation in court; and
WHEREAS, through his compassionate action, Judge Brigham has inspired others to be
better people; he was recently duly honored during the "My Hero" segment on News Channel 5
Nashville for his important work; and
WHEREAS, the well-being and safety of our children are of paramount importance to our
future, and CASA is a vital program that helps to ensure that well-being and safety; and
WHEREAS, throughout his estimable career, the Honorable Andy Brigham has
demonstrated the utmost professionalism, ability, and integrity, winning the respect and
admiration of members of the bench and bar alike, the parties appearing before his court, and
the citizens of the State of Tennessee; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDRED
FOURTEENTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF T HE STATE OF TENNESSEE, THE SENATE
CONCURRING, that we honor and commend Judge Andy Brigham for his unparalleled service
to the youth of Tennessee, applauding his effort to bring CASA to Stewart County and wishing
him every continued success in his future endeavors.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that an appropriate copy of this resolution be prepared
for presentation with this final clause omitted from such copy and upon proper request made to
the appropriate clerk, the language appearing immediately following the State seal appear
without House or Senate designation.