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HJR 619

Memorials, Recognition - The I AM Fitness Training -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Rusty Grills

TN House Joint Resolution 619 memorializes The I AM Fitness Training and founder Bradley Vaughn, praising faith-based, inclusive fitness and community uplift; no funding.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 619

Summary of House Joint Resolution 619 (HJR 619)

Purpose and intent

  • HJR 619 is a memorial resolution recognizing The I AM Fitness Training in Dyersburg and its founder, Bradley Vaughn.
  • The measure commends Vaughn for his service to the community, highlighting his faith-based approach to fitness and wellness and his commitment to inclusive, supportive programming.

Key provisions

  • Expresses the Tennessee General Assembly’s recognition and commendation of The I AM Fitness Training and Bradley Vaughn for their contributions to the Dyersburg community and the state.
  • Describes the facility as both a gym and a ministry aimed at uplifting community members, with an emphasis on physical fitness and spiritual wellness.
  • Notes Vaughn’s status as a certified personal trainer (ACE) and his philosophy of acceptance, love, and a judgment-free environment.
  • Outlines the range of programs offered by The I AM Fitness Training, including boxing, kickboxing, strength and circuit training, speed and agility, dance classes, and youth fitness classes, designed to be accessible to people of various ages, backgrounds, and abilities.
  • Provides that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation, with a standard instruction that certain formatting details appear on copies provided to the public and clerk.

Affected parties and impact

  • Primary beneficiary: The I AM Fitness Training and its founder, Bradley Vaughn.
  • Secondary beneficiaries: The Dyersburg community and broader state audience who may view the facility as a model of faith-based, inclusive fitness and community uplift.
  • Fiscal impact: None stated. As a memorial, the measure does not authorize funding or create new regulatory requirements.

Procedural history and timeline

  • Introduced: April 9, 2025.
  • House actions: Placed on consent calendar, engrossed, and sponsored; concurred in the Senate; enrolled; transmitted to the Governor.
  • Senate actions: Signed by Senate Speaker; concurred with House; enrolled.
  • Governor: Signed on April 29, 2025; transmission to the Governor occurred on April 24, 2025.
  • The resolution is a ceremonial acknowledgment and does not enact statutory changes.

Additional context

  • The language reiterates a commitment to inclusive fitness and spiritual well-being as central to Vaughn’s work.
  • The final copy for presentation omits certain clauses per standard memorial formatting.

This summary highlights the bill’s ceremonial purpose, the core recognitions, and the timeline of enactment.

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

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