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SJR 417

Memorials, Professional Achievement - Peggy Bratt, Southeastern Athletic Trainers' Association Hall of Fame -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Tom Hatcher

Memorial resolution recognizing Peggy Bratt for induction into the SEATA Hall of Fame, honoring her leadership in athletic training in Tennessee; ceremonial with no policy impact.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SJR 417

Summary of Senate Joint Resolution 417 (SJR 417)

Purpose and Intent

SJR 417 is a memorial joint resolution honoring Peggy Bratt for her induction into the Southeastern Athletic Trainers’ Association (SEATA) Hall of Fame. The measure conveys commendation from the Tennessee General Assembly for Bratt’s professional achievements, leadership, and service to the athletic training profession and to the Tennessee community.

Key Provisions

  • Recognizes Peggy Bratt, ATC, LAT, NREMT, as an inductee into the SEATA Hall of Fame.
  • Outlines Bratt’s educational background (Maryville College, BA in Biology) and career as an athletic trainer.
  • Highlights professional roles and accomplishments, including:
    • Head athletic trainer at Alcoa High School; assistant athletic trainer at Maryville College.
    • Outreach/sports medicine coordination work at Appalachian Therapy Center and later Blount Memorial Hospital.
    • Involvement with the Tennessee Athletic Trainers’ Society (TATS) in multiple leadership positions, including presidency.
    • Representation roles with SEATA and involvement with public relations and Life Balance initiatives.
    • Service with TSSAA’s Wrestling Weight Management Executive Committee since 2003.
    • Experience as a first aid/CPR instructor (American Red Cross) and prior instructional roles with TSSAA and ASEP.
    • Contributions to youth education, including an annual week-long student athletic trainer camp at Maryville College and a shortened version in Elizabethton.
  • Concludes with a formal expression of congratulations and best wishes for Bratt’s future endeavors.
  • The resolution includes the standard clerical directive that an appropriately prepared copy be presented, with minor language adjustments as requested.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Peggy Bratt (individual honoree) and, more broadly, the athletic training community in Tennessee and SEATA households.
  • The recognition is ceremonial; no new regulations, funding, or administrative procedures are imposed.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: April 8, 2025.
  • Passed first and second readings on separate dates in April 2025.
  • Enrolled and ready for signatures: April 24, 2025.
  • Passed House/Senate consent actions in April 2025.
  • Transmitted to the Governor for action: April 25, 2025.
  • Signed by the Governor: May 2, 2025.
  • Effective status: The bill is a memorial/ceremonial resolution and becomes effective upon passage/signature, with no fiscal impact or regulatory changes.

Sponsor

  • Primary sponsor: Hatcher.

Context

SJR 417 serves to publicly acknowledge and celebrate Peggy Bratt’s induction into SEATA Hall of Fame, reflecting Tennessee’s recognition of exemplary contributions to athletic training, sports medicine, and youth/Master athlete programs. The measure emphasizes Bratt’s leadership roles, community involvement, and dedication to education and public health within Tennessee.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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