Senate Joint Resolution 7134, sponsored by Southerland, honors the Walters State Campus Police Department for being recognized as the top college/university police force at the nineteenth annual Law Enforcement Challenge Awards, organized by the Tennessee Highway Safety Office. This award highlights the department's commitment to traffic safety, enforcement policies, and educational efforts, which contribute to making Tennessee's highways and roads safer. The resolution acknowledges the dedication and hard work of the officers and employees of the department, who are certified and possess full arrest and investigative powers on campus.
The resolution expresses gratitude to the Walters State Campus Police Department for their significant role in enhancing public safety within the community. It calls for the Senate and House of Representatives to formally congratulate the department and prepare an appropriate copy of the resolution for presentation, ensuring that their achievements are recognized and celebrated.