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TN HJR1053
Joint Resolution
Status
3/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mike Sparks
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AI Summary
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Honors individuals and organizations addressing adolescent mental health, bullying, and harmful effects of social media on Tennessee youth
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Commemorates Rivers "Riv" Kelleher, who died September 12, 2025, and recognizes the "We Live for Riv" ministry established by her family to support youth facing depression, anxiety, and bullying
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Recognizes suicide prevention organizations including the Jason Foundation, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network, and the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
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Acknowledges research linking increased adolescent mental health issues since the early 2010s to smartphone and social media use, with adolescent girls disproportionately affected
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Directs enrolled copies be transmitted to the honored organizations, the Kelleher family, Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, and Tennessee Department of Education
Legislative Description
A RESOLUTION to honor those individuals and organizations that are working to address adolescent mental health, bullying, and the harmful effects of social media on Tennessee's young people.
Memorials, Recognition
Last Action
Signed by Senate Speaker
3/13/2026