Bill > HJR0515

This resolution recognizes and commends the sixty-fifth annual Southeastern Autorama car show, a long-standing automotive event held in Erwin, Tennessee, that has been a beloved community tradition since 1960. Founded by Conrad Beam, Jim Hobbs, and Earl Walker, the show has become Tennessee's longest-running consecutive car show, featuring an impressive display of classic and modern vehicles including hot rods, muscle cars, trucks, and motorcycles. The resolution highlights the event's significance beyond automotive culture, noting its contributions to the local community through scholarship donations, infrastructure improvements, and charitable efforts such as fundraising for Hurricane Helene victims. Additionally, the resolution mentions the event's unique cultural element of the Miss Autorama beauty pageant, with Cynthia Lewis being the first crowned winner. The sixty-fifth annual Southeastern Autorama, scheduled for October 11, 2025, is celebrated as a venue that brings car enthusiasts together, fosters community spirit, and provides a platform for sharing automotive passion. The Tennessee House of Representatives and Senate extend their best wishes to the event's organizers, sponsors, participants, and attendees.

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