Senate Joint Resolution 1531 recognizes Johnny O. Moore for his distinguished service as the Federal Manager at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) Site Office, where he has worked for the past seventeen years. The resolution highlights his significant contributions to the management of ORNL and the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education, ensuring regulatory compliance and effective stewardship of Department of Energy resources. Over his impressive forty-year career, Moore achieved the Senior Executive Service level and received the prestigious Presidential Rank Award in 2016, while also fostering economic growth in Tennessee through his leadership in advancing U.S. Department of Energy missions.

The resolution expresses gratitude for Moore's commitment to public service and his dedication to the health and safety of Tennesseans during his tenure. It acknowledges his extensive background in various roles within the Department of Energy, including his educational qualifications in chemical engineering and professional engineering credentials. The General Assembly extends its best wishes to Johnny O. Moore for a fulfilling retirement, recognizing his exemplary contributions to the state and nation.