Senate Resolution 220, sponsored by Lamar, honors Dr. Sharon Dixon Gentry in celebration of Women's Day on the Hill, recognizing her significant contributions to the state of Tennessee. Dr. Gentry is a member of the Metropolitan Nashville Board of Public Education, representing District 1, and serves as the Assistant Vice President of Education Development and Partnerships at HCA Healthcare. With a diverse professional background spanning the oil industry, healthcare, and education, she has been a respected community leader and has held her position on the education board since 2008. Dr. Gentry holds advanced degrees in physics, chemistry, and engineering, and is also a devoted mother to her two daughters.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of women's achievements in paving the way for others to pursue the American dream, highlighting that when women succeed, it benefits both America and Tennessee. In honoring Dr. Gentry, the resolution serves to celebrate her numerous accomplishments and contributions to the community, reinforcing the message that the success of women is integral to the success of society as a whole. An appropriate copy of the resolution will be prepared for presentation, excluding the final clause.