§ 15-2-125. Police Memorial Day
May 11 of each year shall be observed as “Police Memorial Day,” to honor and recognize law enforcement officers in this state for their dedication and selfless service. This day shall not be a legal holiday as defined in § 15-1-101.
§ 15-2-114. Patriots’ Day
April 19 of each year shall be observed as “Patriots’ Day,” to honor and recognize the opening events of the War of the Revolution and the struggle through which the nation passed in its early days. This day shall not be a legal holiday as defined in § 15-1-101.
§ 15-2-115. Wilma Rudolph Day
June 23 of each year shall be observed as “Wilma Rudolph Day,” to honor and recognize the late Wilma Rudolph for her inspirational example in overcoming childhood disability to excel as an athlete, her numerous athletic accomplishments, including winning three gold medals at the 1960 Olympics, her courage in combating segregation, and her humanitarian work […]
§ 15-2-116. Vietnam Veterans Day
March 29 of each year shall be observed as “Vietnam Veterans Day,” to honor and recognize the veterans who served during the Vietnam War. State agencies, interested organizations and groups and individuals are encouraged to fly the United States flag accompanied by the MIA/POW flag on this day. This day shall not be a legal […]
§ 15-2-117. Towing and Recovery Week
The week that includes the third Saturday in September shall be observed as “Towing and Recovery Week” in this state, to honor the thousands of operators, manufacturers, suppliers, and other dedicated men and women who serve our state’s motoring public with courtesy and courage while promoting safety on our roads and highways. This week shall […]
§ 15-2-118. Tennessee and United States Constitutions Day
September 17 of each year shall be observed as “Tennessee and United States Constitutions Day,” to honor and commemorate the creation and signing of the supreme laws of our state and land on June 1, 1796, and September 17, 1787. This day shall not be a legal holiday as defined in § 15-1-101.
§ 15-2-119. Firefighters’ Memorial Day
October 9 of each year shall be observed as “Firefighters’ Memorial Day,” to honor and recognize firefighters in this state for their courageous and dedicated service. This day shall not be a legal holiday as defined in § 15-1-101.
§ 15-2-120. Gold Star Mother’s Day
The last Sunday in September of each year shall be observed as “Gold Star Mother’s Day,” to honor Tennessee’s Gold Star Mothers for their courage, resolve and strength in the face of great personal loss. State agencies, interested organizations and groups and individuals are encouraged to fly the United States flag on this day as […]
§ 15-2-121. Volunteer Firefighters Week — Rescue Squad Week
The first full week in March of each year shall be observed as “Volunteer Firefighters Week,” to honor and recognize volunteer firefighters in this state for their courageous and dedicated service. This week shall not be a legal holiday as defined in § 15-1-101. The third full week in May of each year shall also […]
§ 15-2-122. Tennessee National Guard Day
March 3 of each year shall be observed as “Tennessee National Guard Day,” to honor and recognize Tennessee national guard personnel for their service and sacrifices in defense of our nation and for responding to domestic missions within the borders of our state. This day shall not be a legal holiday as defined in § […]