Senate Joint Resolution 1439, sponsored by Southerland, honors Alexis McCarter for her outstanding achievement in placing second in the Senior Group Website category at the twenty-third annual East Tennessee History Day contest. Alongside her teammate Brooke Freeman, McCarter's project titled "The Revival of the Pigeon River" earned recognition at this regional competition, which took place on February 29, 2024, at the University of Tennessee Student Union. The event featured 167 students from seven counties, showcasing 97 projects that revolved around the theme "Turning Points in History."

The resolution acknowledges McCarter's dedication and success as a student at Cosby High School, highlighting her advancement to the state-level competition, Tennessee History Day. The General Assembly expresses pride in her accomplishments, recognizing her as an emerging community leader deserving of respect and commendation. The resolution concludes by extending best wishes for her future endeavors and calls for an appropriate copy of the resolution to be prepared for presentation.