House Joint Resolution 1062, sponsored by Representative Rudd, aims to commemorate Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month in Tennessee during May 2026. The resolution emphasizes the importance of safety on the state's roads and highways, recognizing that many residents and visitors enjoy motorcycling as both a practical and recreational activity. It highlights the necessity of educating both motorcycle riders and other vehicle operators to reduce traffic accidents and their associated consequences.

The resolution notes that the Tennessee Department of Safety trains approximately 10,000 citizens annually through its Motorcycle Rider Education Program, which is funded by motorcyclists' registration fees. Additionally, it acknowledges the contributions of organizations such as the Concerned Motorcyclists of Tennessee and the National Motorcycle Riders Foundation, which play vital roles in promoting safety and awareness through volunteer efforts. The resolution concludes by expressing the intent to officially recognize this important month in Tennessee.