Bill > HJR0177

This resolution urges the naming of the Blue Springs Boat Ramp in Speedwell, Tennessee, in honor of U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Terry William Prater, a local hero who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in Iraq. The resolution highlights Prater's military service, noting that he was killed on March 15, 2007, during his second deployment, when his vehicle struck an explosive device. Prater was awarded a Purple Heart and the Silver Star for his heroism, particularly for an incident in Baghdad where he used his body to shield another soldier from a grenade, saving that soldier's life. The resolution emphasizes Prater's background, including his Kentucky roots, his love of fishing at the Blue Springs Boat Ramp, and his family, including his wife Amy and children Bryson and Madisen. The document underscores the significance of honoring military servicemembers and their sacrifices, pointing out that Prater's son Bryson continues to fish at the same boat ramp his father loved. By proposing to name the boat ramp after Staff Sergeant Prater, the resolution seeks to memorialize his service, courage, and connection to the local community.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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