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HJR 696

Memorials, Recognition - Chattanooga Allergy Clinic, 50th anniversary -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Greg Vital

Ceremonially recognizes Chattanooga Allergy Clinic for its 50-year history, growth, and impact on allergy and immunology care in the region.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 696

Summary of HJR 696 (Memorials, Recognition)

Overview

  • Bill Type: House Joint Resolution (concurrent memorial)
  • Bill Number: HJR 696
  • Title: Memorials, Recognition – Chattanooga Allergy Clinic, 50th anniversary
  • Sponsor: Representative Vital
  • Status: Signed by the Governor (effective after signing; ceremonial recognition)
  • Introduced: April 21, 2025
  • Subject: Memorials and recognition

Purpose and Intent

HJR 696 memorializes and honors the Chattanooga Allergy Clinic (CAC) on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. The resolution recognizes CAC’s historical role and ongoing contributions to health care in the Greater Chattanooga area, highlighting its growth, services, and impact on patients’ quality of life.

Key Provisions and Content

  • Recognition of CAC’s Establishment and History:
    • CAC was founded in 1975 by Dr. Hyman Kaplan and was the first full-service allergy and immunology clinic in Chattanooga.
    • Before CAC, residents often traveled to Nashville or Atlanta for allergy care.
  • Scope of Services:
    • CAC treats allergies, asthma, immunodeficiency, food allergies, and related skin and sinus conditions in both pediatric and adult patients.
    • The clinic focuses on compassionate care and aims to reduce emergency room visits and hospital admissions through improved care.
  • Growth and Impact:
    • Growth from five employees and one location to more than 130 employees, six double-board-certified physicians, eleven nurse practitioners.
    • Expansion to eight locations in the Greater Chattanooga area.
    • Noted advancements in testing and treatment of allergic diseases and immunologic deficiencies.
  • Motto: “Helping You Live Life to the Fullest.”
  • Ceremonial Language: The resolution expresses gratitude and urges the preparation of an appropriate copy for presentation.

Affected Parties

  • Primary: Chattanooga Allergy Clinic and its staff, patients, and the Chattanooga community.
  • Secondary: The broader Tennessee health care community and communities served by CAC.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • House Actions: Introduced 4/21/2025; placed on House Consent; sponsor added (4/21/2025); passed House (4/22/2025) with a strong vote.
  • Senate Actions: Concurred and transmitted to the Governor (late April 2025); Senate leadership signed; enrolled and ready for signature.
  • Governor: Transmitted for action on 4/29/2025; signed on 5/7/2025.
  • Effect: This is a ceremonial recognition; does not impose new requirements or authorize spending.

Impact and Significance

  • Officially acknowledges CAC’s 50-year milestone and its contributions to health care and community well-being.
  • Serves as a historical record of CAC’s role in improving access to allergy and immunology care in the region.
  • Reflects bipartisan ceremonial recognition common for long-standing community institutions.

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

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