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HJR 662

Memorials, Recognition - Heather Ayres, Giles County Rehab Unit -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Clay Doggett

Heather Ayres is honored for founding the Giles County Rehab Unit to provide rest and relief resources for first responders during emergencies.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 662

Summary of House Joint Resolution 662 (HJR 662)

Purpose and intent

  • HJR 662 is a bipartisan joint resolution recognizing and honoring Heather Ayres of Giles County for founding and leading the Giles County Rehab Unit.
  • The unit was established in January 2024 to provide rest, recovery, and essential support for first responders and emergency personnel during extended emergencies, trainings, and searches.
  • The resolution emphasizes Ayres’s personal motivation (witnessing family members respond to emergencies) and her ongoing commitment to supplying relief resources such as water, nonperishable foods, and other donations.
  • It memorializes the Legislature’s appreciation for Ayres’s service and commends her work with first responders and emergency personnel.

Key provisions

  • The resolution states: Heather Ayres “is recognized and honored for her astute service to the State of Tennessee as founder of the Giles County Rehab Unit,” and is commended for exceptional service to first responders and emergency personnel.
  • The General Assembly extends its best wishes for continued success and happiness in her endeavors.
  • The resolution directs that an appropriate copy be prepared and presented to Ayres.
  • The text includes a customary closing that the language after the State seal appear without House or Senate designation.

Affected parties and scope

  • Primary beneficiary: Heather Ayres (recognition of her leadership and service).
  • Secondary beneficiaries: Giles County Rehab Unit and the local first responders and emergency personnel who rely on the unit for respite and support during operations and training.
  • There are no new regulatory duties, funding authorizations, or policy changes imposed by this resolution; its effect is ceremonial and ceremonial-educational in nature, signaling state appreciation.

Legislative history and timeline

  • Introduced: April 15, 2025 (Sponsor: Rep. Doggett).
  • House actions: Introduced (April 15), placed on House consent calendar (April 16), engrossed and Sponsor(s) added (April 16), adopted on House floor (April 16) with broad support (Ayes 96, Nays 0).
  • Senate actions: Received from the House (April 17), placed on Senate Consent Calendar for April 21, 2025, concurred (April 21) with Ayes 33, Nays 0; enrolled and prepared for signature (April 24).
  • Final steps: Signed by the House Speaker (April 24) and Senate Speaker (April 25); transmitted to the Governor (April 28).
  • Governor’s action: Signed into law (May 5, 2025).

Status

  • Signed by Governor on May 5, 2025. The resolution is effective as a ceremonial recognition of Heather Ayres and the Giles County Rehab Unit.

Notable context

  • The Giles County Rehab Unit is described as a community-driven effort to provide relief resources (water, food, hydration, and supplies) to responders during emergencies, reflecting a growing emphasis on supporting frontline personnel beyond immediate incident response.
  • Ayres has received prior recognition, including the Governor’s Volunteer Stars Award and local media honors, underscoring her established service record.

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

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