Senate Joint Resolution 34, sponsored by Powers, honors Mary Nell Bryan for her dedicated service as the executive director of the Children's Hospital Alliance of Tennessee (CHAT) upon her retirement on May 24, 2024. Over her twenty-year tenure, Ms. Bryan played a pivotal role in advocating for children's health care in Tennessee, leading efforts to secure additional funding for pediatric mental health, support the expansion of CoverKids, and promote various health and safety legislation, including smoke-free workplace laws and child safety seat regulations. Her leadership has significantly contributed to ensuring that Tennessee's nonprofit children's hospitals provide high-quality care.

The resolution acknowledges Ms. Bryan's commitment to improving the lives of children in Tennessee and her ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders. It expresses gratitude for her exemplary service and wishes her continued success and happiness in her future endeavors. The resolution concludes with a directive to prepare an appropriate copy for presentation, omitting specific legislative designations.