Memorials, Personal Occasion - Dr. Harold Vann, 95th birthday -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Jay Reedy

Honors Dr. Harold Vann on his 95th birthday with a ceremonial resolution recognizing his lifelong pediatric work and community service in Tennessee.

Signed by Governor.

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Purpose and Intent

HJR 649 is a memorial joint resolution recognizing and congratulating Dr. Harold Vann on the celebration of his ninety-fifth birthday (February 28, 2025) and expressing gratitude for his lifetime of service in medicine and the community.

The resolution is a ceremonial, nonbinding tribute intended to honor Dr. Vann’s contributions and extend best wishes for his continued well-being.

Key Provisions

The resolution states that the General Assembly honors and congratulates Dr. Harold Vann on his 95th birthday, acknowledges his service, and offers best wishes for continued success and happiness.

It authorizes the preparation of an appropriate copy of the resolution for presentation, with a specific final-clause formatting exception noted.

Biographical Highlights and Contributions (as described in the resolution)

Born February 28, 1930; a respected pediatrician in the Clarksville area.

Medical education: University of Tennessee Medical School; completed pediatric residencies at City of Memphis Hospital and Vanderbilt University.

Leadership and service:

President of the Tennessee Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Played a pivotal role in establishing KidsCare, a pediatric clinic serving TennCare patients in Montgomery County.
Held leadership roles at Clarksville Memorial Hospital (Chief of Pediatrics, Chief of Staff).
Contributed to statewide health initiatives via the Tennessee Prenatal Subcommittee on Levels of Care.
Executive director of the Cumberland Pediatric Foundation (since 1995) and Clinical Professor of Pediatrics, collaborating with Middle Tennessee pediatricians and Vanderbilt Children's Hospital.

Professional affiliations: Montgomery County Medical Society, Tennessee Medical Association, American Academy of Pediatrics; served on the Credentialing Committee for Cigna Insurance.

Recognitions: Tennessee Medical Association’s Distinguished Service Award (retirement year 2001).

Post-retirement activities: Worked with individuals recovering from addiction in jails and rehabilitation centers; contributed to literature on resilience and well-being (Coping with Life: Finding Joy in Dealing with Troubles).

At the time of signing, he is noted as entering his ninety-sixth year (born in 1930, 95th birthday observed in 2025).

Legislative and Procedural History

Introduced: April 15, 2025; Sponsor: Reedy.

House action: Adopted/concurred with unanimous support (Ayes 96, Nays 0) on April 16, 2025; placed on Senate consent calendar on April 17, 2025.

Senate action: Concurred (Ayes 33, Nays 0) on April 21, 2025; enrolled and ready for the Speaker’s signature by April 24, 2025.

Governor: Transmitted April 28, 2025; Signed into law by the Governor on May 5, 2025.

Impact and Scope

A ceremonial recognition; no fiscal impact or regulatory changes.

Primarily serves to honor Dr. Vann and highlight his contributions to pediatric care, medical leadership, and community service in Tennessee, particularly in Clarksville and Montgomery County.

Leaves a commemorative record of appreciation in the official state acts.

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