Senate Joint Resolution 696, sponsored by Jackson, honors and commends the members of the 168th Military Police Battalion of the Tennessee Army National Guard for their exemplary service during the Joint Task Force-Southern Border mission. Over a thirteen-month period, the Battalion, under the leadership of Lieutenant Colonel Robert E. Crowley, executed critical operations along a 300-mile stretch from Laredo to Brownsville, Texas. Their efforts included conducting over 14,000 security operations, engaging in counter-unmanned aerial system operations, and collaborating with various law enforcement agencies, which significantly disrupted transnational criminal activities and enhanced national security.

The resolution highlights the Battalion's successful planning and execution of operations targeting cartel hotspots, their coordination with Mexican military forces, and their establishment of numerous operational sites for surveillance and patrols. Their disciplined and adaptable approach not only upheld the highest traditions of the Tennessee Army National Guard but also reflected great credit upon themselves and the State of Tennessee. The resolution expresses profound appreciation for their dedication and professionalism in serving both the state and the nation.