04/28/2026
THANK YOU, Representative Michael Lankford, for initiating the following resolution to honor Tennessee's Military Kids during April, Month of the Military Child, which was initiated on April 15, 2026, on National Purple Up Day! @
TENNESSEE HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION HJR1437
A RESOLUTION to commemorate the Month of the Military Child.
WHEREAS, we take great pride in honoring those who serve our nation and the families who stand beside them; and
WHEREAS, military children play an integral role in supporting the strength and readiness of our Armed Forces, often enduring unique challenges as a result of their parents' service; and
WHEREAS, these young individuals experience frequent relocations, transitions between schools, extended separations from loved ones, and the uncertainties associated with military life; and
WHEREAS, despite these challenges, military children demonstrate resilience, adaptability, and courage well beyond their years; and
WHEREAS, Tennessee is home to thousands of military families, including those connected to Fort Campbell, where we witness firsthand the strength and character of military- connected youth; and
WHEREAS, it is fitting that we recognize the sacrifices and contributions of military children and express our gratitude for the vital role they play in supporting their families and our national defense;
Now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDRED FOURTEENTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF TENNESSEE, THE SENATE CONCURRING, that we hereby join with the citizens of Tennessee as they commemorate the month of April 2026 as the Month of the Military Child to honor, support, and thank military children and extend our sincere appreciation to these young individuals for their strength and service.
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.
Signed by the Governor 04/24/2026
Transmitted to the Governor for his action 04/23/2026
Signed by Senate Speaker 04/23/2026
Signed by H. Speaker 04/23/2026
Enrolled; ready for sig. of H. Speaker 04/23/2026
Filed for introduction 04/15/2026
House Floor and Committee Votes
HJR1437 by Lankford - FLOOR VOTE: CONSENT CALENDAR PASSAGE ON THIRD CONSIDERATION 4/16/2026
Passed
Ayes...............................................92
Noes................................................0
Representatives voting Aye were: Alexander, Atchley, Barrett, Baum, Behn, Boyd, Bricken, Brooks, Bulso, Butler, Camper, Capley, Carringer, Cepicky, Chism, Clemmons, Cochran, Crawford, Darby, Davis, Dixie, Doggett, Eldridge, Farmer, Fritts, Gant, Garrett, Gillespie, Glynn, Grills, Hale, Harris, Haston, Hawk, Helton-Haynes, Hemmer, Hicks G, Hicks T, Hill, Howell, Hurt, Johnson, Jones J, Jones R, Keisling, Kumar, Lafferty, Lamberth, Lankford, Leatherwood, Littleton, Love, Lynn, Maberry, Marsh, Martin B, Martin G, McCalmon, McKenzie, Miller, Mitchell, Moody, Parkinson, Powell, Powers, R***r, Reedy, Reeves, Reneau, Rudd, Rudder, Russell, Salinas, Scarbrough, Shaw, Sherrell, Slater, Sparks, Stevens, Stinnett, Terry, Todd, Towns, Travis, Vaughan, Vital, Warner, White, Williams, Wright, Zachary, Mr. Speaker Sexton -- 92.
Senate Floor and Committee Votes
HJR1437 by Lankford - FLOOR VOTE: Motion to Adopt 4/22/2026
Passed
Ayes...............................................32
Noes................................................0
Senators voting Aye were: Akbari, Bailey, Bowling, Briggs, Campbell, Crowe, Gardenhire, Haile, Harshbarger, Hatcher, Hensley, Jackson, Johnson, Kyle, Lamar, Lowe, Massey, Pody, Powers, Reeves, Roberts, Rose, Seal, Southerland, Stevens, Taylor, Walley, Watson, White, Yager, Yarbro, Mr. Speaker McNally -- 32.
HJR1437 by Lankford - SENATE FINANCE, WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE:
Recommended for concurrence by Senate Finance, Ways, and Means Committee, refer Senate Calendar Committee 4/21/2026
Passed
Ayes...............................................10
Noes................................................0
Senators voting Aye were: Haile, Hensley, Johnson, Lamar, Powers, Rose, Stevens, Walley, Watson, Yarbro -- 10.
