Senate Joint Resolution 542, sponsored by Johnson, honors the Franklin Rodeo as it celebrates its seventy-fifth anniversary. Since its inception in 1949, the rodeo has become a significant community event, attracting cowboys and cowgirls each May and is recognized as one of the largest rodeos east of the Mississippi River. Organized by the Franklin Noon Rotary Club, which has grown from 14 members to over 160, the rodeo has not only provided entertainment but has also generated millions of dollars for various community causes, including scholarships and educational resources.

The resolution acknowledges the rodeo's rich history, including its challenging early years and its evolution into a well-established event that now attracts over 19,000 attendees annually. Officially sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association since 2005, the Franklin Rodeo features nationally ranked contestants and takes place in a modern, air-conditioned arena. The resolution expresses appreciation for the organizers and participants of the rodeo, wishing them continued success in the future.