TN HJR0752

Honors Humphreys County Sheriff Chris Davis for being named 2025 Tennessean of the Year by The Tennessean editorial board for his empathy, grace, and leadership during tragedy

Recognizes Sheriff Davis's 30+ year law enforcement career beginning in 1986, including service with multiple agencies before being elected Humphreys County Sheriff in 2006 at age 37

Commends his leadership during the August 2021 Waverly floods that killed 20 people and the October 10, 2025 Accurate Energetic Systems munitions plant explosion that killed 16 people

Acknowledges his advocacy for mental health care among first responders and efforts to reduce stigma surrounding counseling, particularly for men in rural communities

Notes his community service including organizing fundraisers for ill residents, restoring utilities for families, and serving as Santa Claus for Angel Tree efforts for approximately 30 years