House Joint Resolution 240, sponsored by Powers, commemorates the celebration of St. Patrick's Day on March 17, recognizing the significance of the Feast of Saint Patrick. The resolution highlights the unity among Irish Americans and individuals of various ethnic backgrounds who come together to celebrate their shared love for Ireland and its cultural heritage. It acknowledges the contributions of Irish immigrants to Tennessee and the broader American society, emphasizing their role in shaping the cultural and political landscape of the nation.

The resolution also honors the American-Irish relationship as a model of partnership built on historical ties and shared values, and it recognizes the efforts of Irish-American state legislators in fostering this relationship. It concludes with a call for all Tennesseans to embrace their Irish heritage on St. Patrick's Day, celebrating with traditional songs and the spirit of camaraderie, encapsulated in the phrase "Erin go Bragh."