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HJR 797

Memorials, Recognition - Chattanooga Gas Company -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Yusuf Hakeem

Ceremonial resolution commends Chattanooga Gas Company for substantial charitable giving and volunteerism in 2024–2025, recognizing its community impact.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 797

Summary of Bill: HJR 797 (Session 114 – Tennessee)

Title

Memorials, Recognition – Chattanooga Gas Company

Purpose and Intent

  • This House Joint Resolution (HJR) honors and commends the Chattanooga Gas Company (CGC) for its long-standing service to the Chattanooga community and its customers.
  • The resolution recognizes CGC’s contributions to charitable and community initiatives and publicly attributes a tradition of local investment and volunteerism to the company and its employees.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • HJR 797 is a memorial resolution, not a bill that creates or changes law. It formally acknowledges CGC’s:
    • Financial contributions to community-related programs and organizations, and
    • Volunteer service by CGC employees.
  • Specific examples cited in the resolution include:
    • LIHEAP (Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program) support:
    • 2024: CGC contributed $35,000 through United Way of the Ocoee Region, La Paz, and The Caring Place.
    • 2025: CGC contributed $35,000 to LIHEAP via United Way of Chattanooga and The Caring Place.
    • Additional charitable investments in 2025:
    • $125,000 to support named nonprofit organizations and the Chattanooga Area Food Bank.
    • $64,000 in 2025 for community organizations (examples listed: Forgotten Child, Orange Grove, City Fields, Community Kitchen, among others).
    • Employee volunteer hours:
    • 2024: 215 service hours to organizations including Tennessee River Gorge Trust, Orange Grove, and CSAS Career Fair.
    • 2025: 219 service hours to Orange Grove, United Way of Ocoee, Hardy Elementary School, and other groups.
  • The resolution states CGC’s ongoing commitment to community strengthening and customer service excellence, and it characterizes CGC as an “iconic Tennessee business” deserving of public commendation.

Affected Parties

  • Primary: Chattanooga Gas Company (CGC) and its employees.
  • Beneficiaries include the community organizations and programs named (LIHEAP partners, United Way chapters, Chattanooga Area Food Bank, Forgotten Child, Orange Grove, City Fields, Community Kitchen, Hardy Elementary School, CSAS Career Fair participants, and others mentioned).

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Legislative status: Passed both chambers (House and Senate) and transmitted to the Governor.
  • Enactment: The Governor signed the resolution into law on February 12, 2026.
  • Nature of action: A ceremonial resolution recognizing a business; it does not impose new duties, create fiscal obligations, or alter statutory requirements. It is an expression of the General Assembly’s respect and commendation.

Practical Implications

  • Public Acknowledgment: CGC receives formal recognition from the Tennessee General Assembly for its community contributions.
  • Public Relations/Brand: The resolution may enhance CGC’s public image as a community-focused company.
  • No regulatory or financial mandates are imposed on CGC by this resolution.

Summary in One Sentence

HJR 797 is a ceremonial resolution that commends the Chattanooga Gas Company for its substantial charitable giving, volunteerism, and community involvement in 2024–2025, publicly recognizing its impact on Chattanooga and surrounding areas.

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

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