General Assembly, Statement of Intent or Position - Designates the period of July 1, 2025, through July 31, 2025, as a time of prayer and fasting in Tennessee and seeks God’s hand of mercy and healing on Tennessee. -

HJR 51 designates July 1-31, 2025, as a period of prayer and fasting in Tennessee, inviting all residents to participate in spiritual reflection. The resolution frames this as a communal practice to seek divine guidance on societal challenges like crime, family stability, and national security, referencing Judeo-Christian values. It is a non-binding symbolic gesture with no legal effect or new requirements for citizens or government. The resolution was formally adopted by the Tennessee General Assembly and signed by the Governor in May 2025.