House Joint Resolution 907, sponsored by Freeman, celebrates Tennessee Tree Day, which will take place on March 21, 2026. The resolution highlights Tennessee's status as the most biologically diverse inland state and emphasizes the importance of its forest cover and tree canopy for the state's economy, communities, and overall quality of life. It acknowledges the ongoing challenges posed by human development and natural disasters that lead to tree loss and stresses the need for community engagement in growing the state's tree canopy.
The resolution recognizes the efforts of the Tennessee Environmental Council (TEC), which has organized large-scale tree planting events since 2007, resulting in over 1.1 million native trees planted across all ninety-five counties with the help of more than 150,000 volunteers. It also notes the partnerships with various organizations that support these initiatives. The resolution commends TEC for its leadership in these efforts and pledges continued support for tree planting and educational initiatives, encouraging Tennesseans to participate in the upcoming Tennessee Tree Day events.