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HJR 933

Memorials, Recognition - Silver Alert Program, fifth anniversary -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Jeremy Faison

Tennessee honors its Silver Alert program's fifth anniversary with a commemorative resolution recognizing the missing persons notification system for seniors and cognitively impaired individuals.

Adopted, Ayes 94, Nays 0, PNV 0
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Bill Summary · HJR 933

Legislative bill overview

HJR 933 is a commemorative resolution recognizing the fifth anniversary of Tennessee's Silver Alert program, which issues public notifications for missing elderly or vulnerable individuals with cognitive impairments. The resolution honors the program's establishment and effectiveness in locating at-risk missing persons.

Why is this important

Silver Alert programs have documented success in quickly locating missing seniors and individuals with dementia, potentially preventing harm or death. Public recognition of such programs can increase awareness among citizens about how to report missing persons and support continued funding and expansion of these initiatives.

Potential points of contention

  • Symbolic vs. substantive value: Joint resolutions are ceremonial and create no binding policy or funding, so some may question whether recognition is sufficient without accompanying resource allocation
  • Selective commemoration: Questions may arise about why this particular program anniversary warrants a joint resolution when other public safety initiatives lack similar recognition
  • Program evaluation absent: The resolution does not appear to include performance metrics or outcomes assessment of the Silver Alert program's actual effectiveness

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

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