House Bill 327, sponsored by Bulso, amends Tennessee Code Annotated to designate the months of June, July, and August as specific months of observance in honor of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The bill establishes June as the "Celebration of Life" month, July as the "Celebration of Liberty" month, and August as the "Celebration of the Pursuit of Happiness" month. This designation is intended to commemorate the unalienable rights articulated by Thomas Jefferson in the Declaration of Independence.
The bill highlights significant historical events associated with each month: June is linked to the Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, which addresses the right to life; July is tied to the date of American independence; and August is associated with the return of school children to prepare for their futures, symbolizing the pursuit of happiness. The act will take effect upon becoming law, emphasizing its importance to public welfare.