House Joint Resolution 102, sponsored by Gant, honors Navy JROTC Cadet Petty Officer First Class Fernanda Ordonez and Navy JROTC Cadet Ensign Ariana Gwynn from Fayette-Ware Comprehensive High School for their exemplary actions that earned them the Meritorious Achievement Ribbon, the highest honor in Navy JROTC. The resolution highlights their quick response during a life-threatening situation on June 18, 2024, when they assisted a fellow cadet who was struggling to breathe. Cadet Ordonez managed the cadet's breathing while Cadet Gwynn coordinated help and alerted emergency services, demonstrating exceptional leadership and teamwork.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of recognizing young individuals who embody the values of hard work, discipline, and perseverance through their participation in JROTC. It commends both cadets for their maturity and responsibility, noting that their actions reflect the finest traditions of the program. The resolution concludes by acknowledging their achievement as a source of pride for their families, school, and community, and calls for their recognition as exemplary young leaders in Tennessee.