Tennessee 2025-2026 Regular Session

Tennessee House Bill HJR0609

Introduced
4/8/25  
Engrossed
4/10/25  
Enrolled
4/23/25  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor the University of Memphis Tigers football team on an outstanding 2024 season.

Impact

The resolution serves primarily as a formal recognition of the accomplishments of the University of Memphis football team rather than instigating changes to state law. However, it reinforces community pride and recognition for local sports achievements, which can help foster support for athletic programs within the state. By honoring the team's hard work and success, the resolution increases public visibility for collegiate sports in Tennessee.

Summary

HJR0609 is a resolution commemorating the achievements of the University of Memphis Tigers football team during the 2024 season. The resolution highlights the team's impressive performance, which included breaking or equaling several school records and achieving eleven wins, culminating in a bowl victory. This marks a historic season for the Tigers as they registered back-to-back double-digit win seasons for the first time in their history and celebrated a remarkable overall record of 21-5 over the past two years.

Contention

There appear to be no significant points of contention in the discussions surrounding HJR0609, as it focuses on celebrating the positive achievements of a local football team. There are no visible oppositions or controversial issues addressed within the text, which suggests broad support for recognizing the accomplishments of the University of Memphis Tigers within the legislative body.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN HJR0591

A RESOLUTION to honor the University of Memphis Tigers football team on an outstanding season.

TN SJR0415

A RESOLUTION to honor the University of Memphis Tigers football team on an outstanding season.

TN HJR0592

A RESOLUTION to recognize and commend the University of Memphis Athletic Department.

TN SJR0416

A RESOLUTION to recognize and commend the University of Memphis Athletic Department.

TN HJR0375

A RESOLUTION to honor PJ Haggerty of the Memphis Tigers on being named American Athletic Conference Player of the Year.

TN SC526

Congratulate Ole Miss Rebels Football Team for outstanding 2025-2026 Sugar Bowl Season finishing No. 3 in Final Football Rankings.

TN HJR0043

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate the Macon County High School Tigers football team on winning the 2024 TSSAA Class 4A state championship.

TN SR0343

A RESOLUTION to honor University of Memphis basketball legend Nathaniel Root.

TN HJR0064

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate the Macon County High School Tigers football team on winning the 2024 TSSAA Division I, Class 4A state championship.

TN HJR0802

A RESOLUTION to honor Tennessean Ty Simpson of Martin on his outstanding career in college football.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.