Bill > SJR1097

This resolution, passed by both the Tennessee Senate and House of Representatives, formally honors and recognizes Chief John Linsenbigler for his distinguished forty-four-year career in the fire service, including thirty years with the Seymour Volunteer Fire Department (SVFD), seven of which he served as its chief. The resolution highlights his dedication as a servant-leader, his hands-on approach to community care, and the significant growth of the SVFD under his leadership, which now includes six stations and seventy-eight firefighters serving approximately 16,000 households. It also acknowledges his plans to continue serving the community as a substitute teacher and extends best wishes for a happy retirement.