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House honors Trooper Adam Cawthorn and family for service and recovery
Summary
The Tennessee House formally recognized Trooper Adam Cawthorn and his family for his service and recovery after a violent traffic‑stop attack, praising law enforcement response and pledging continued support.
The Tennessee House paused its regular calendar to honor Trooper Adam Cawthorn and his family, who were invited to the well for recognition and a photograph.
Representative Slater introduced Trooper Cawthorn and described the 2019 traffic‑stop attack that left him confined to a wheelchair. "His family has sacrificed a lot," Slater said, calling the trooper’s survival "a miracle" and thanking the agencies that arrested the suspects. Chief Deputy Wayland Cawthorn, who identified himself as the trooper’s father, told members he had served 39 years in law enforcement and urged continued prayers for his son: "Adam, his family, and his friends have sacrificed a lot for that promise," he said.
Trooper Adam Cawthorn addressed the chamber, saying he was "truly humbled to be here today," thanked medical providers who aided his recovery and expressed hope to return to uniform. Representatives, senators and law‑enforcement leaders in the gallery were invited to join the family for a photo at the well.
The recognition did not include formal legislative action beyond the floor ceremony. The presentation emphasized member gratitude for law‑enforcement service and the family’s ongoing recovery efforts.
