Senate Joint Resolution 171, sponsored by Haile, honors School Resource Officer Chris Jennings of the Sumner County Sheriff's Office for his exemplary service and dedication to school-based policing. Recently recognized by the National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO) for achieving Practitioner status, SRO Jennings has demonstrated a commitment to serving youth and communities. His qualifications include over three years of experience as an SRO, completion of extensive training, and active participation in school safety initiatives.

Originally from California, Jennings has a distinguished law enforcement career spanning thirty years, including roles in corrections, patrol, and as a detective sergeant. Since relocating to Sumner County, he has served at Robert E. Ellis Middle School for four years, where he has taken on leadership roles and contributed to various teams. In addition to his law enforcement credentials, Jennings is a licensed school counselor and holds advanced degrees in social and criminal justice and education. The resolution expresses the General Assembly's pride in his achievements and extends best wishes for his future endeavors.