Rep. Jeremy Faison

Maddy summaryHB 2459 allows licensed school social workers in Tennessee to provide preventative and developmental counseling to minors without needing parental consent. The bill specifically exempts these professionals from requiring parental permission for such services, directly affecting minor students receiving counseling in schools and school social workers providing those services. It amends Tennessee Code Sections 63-1-176(c) and related chapters in Titles 36, 49, and 63 to remove the consent requirement. This change applies only to counseling focused on prevention and development, not clinical treatment. The bill aims to streamline access to early support services for students within school settings.

Maddy summaryThis bill honors Ken Tarkington, Jr. for his 55 years of service to the State of Tennessee across multiple agencies, including the Department of Correction and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency. The resolution formally recognizes his career progression from Business Manager to Chief Budget Officer, his volunteer work as a law enforcement officer, and his 37-year military service in the Tennessee Army National Guard. It also acknowledges his personal achievements, including receiving the Seven Seals Award and the President's Volunteer Service Award, as well as his long-standing family life. The legislation serves as an official commendation rather than establishing new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryHJR 985 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to formally commend Representative Debra Moody for her service in the House of Representatives during the 108th through 114th General Assemblies. It recognizes her committee leadership roles (including chairing the House Education Instruction Committee and Calendar and Rules Committee) and community involvement, such as her work with the South Tipton Chamber of Commerce and veterans' groups. As a memorial resolution, it does not create any new laws, policy changes, or financial obligations - it is solely an expression of legislative recognition. The resolution was adopted by both chambers and transmitted to the Governor for presentation to Representative Moody.

Maddy summaryHJR 984 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Representative Johnny Garrett for his service in the Tennessee House of Representatives. It commends his work on committees (including Finance, Judiciary, and Calendar & Rules), his community involvement, and his tenure representing Tennessee's 45th District across multiple legislative sessions. This resolution does not create new laws or policies; it is purely a formal expression of appreciation from the General Assembly. It directly affects Representative Garrett by publicly recognizing his contributions, with no impact on constituents or state operations.

Maddy summaryHJR 981 is a ceremonial resolution commending Representative Ron Travis for his service to Tennessee. It formally recognizes his seven terms (108th-114th General Assemblies) representing the 31st House District and his work on committees like Agriculture and Natural Resources. The resolution highlights his community involvement, leadership roles, and awards, including the 2022 U.S. Term Limits Champion Award. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact - it solely honors Travis’s public service.

Maddy summaryHJR 982 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor Representative Jerome Moon for his service in the House of Representatives during the 110th through 114th General Assemblies. It recognizes his committee work (including chairing the House Cities and Counties Subcommittee and Elections Committee) and community involvement in Blount County, alongside his awards for public service. The resolution does not create new laws, alter policies, or affect any legal rights or obligations. It is a symbolic gesture of appreciation with no concrete policy impact.

Maddy summaryThis House Joint Resolution (HJR 932) is a symbolic resolution honoring Prison Fellowship's 50th anniversary and recognizing its work supporting incarcerated individuals through faith-based programs. It acknowledges the organization's role in advancing religious freedom in prisons, reducing recidivism via initiatives like its Academy program (with documented success in Texas, Minnesota, and Tennessee), and serving families through its Angel Tree program. The resolution does not create new laws or affect any specific individuals or policies - it solely expresses legislative commendation for Prison Fellowship's service.

Maddy summaryHJR 986 is a commemorative resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to formally honor Representative Mary Littleton for her service in the House of Representatives. It recognizes her work on multiple committees (including Children and Family Affairs and Judiciary), community involvement (such as the Dickson County Cancer Board), and awards like the 2024 Tennessee Republican Party Legislator of the Year. The resolution does not create new laws or affect policy - it serves solely as a formal expression of appreciation for her contributions over seven legislative sessions.

Maddy summaryHJR 980 is a ceremonial resolution commending Representative Bud Hulsey for his service to Tennessee as a member of the House of Representatives. It recognizes his 14-year tenure (across six General Assemblies), leadership roles on multiple committees, and community contributions, including his background as a retired police lieutenant. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely symbolic and does not create new laws or obligations.

Maddy summaryHJR 933 is a ceremonial resolution commemorating the fifth anniversary of Tennessee's updated Silver Alert law (enacted in 2021). It recognizes the program's success in issuing over 500 alerts since 2021 to help locate individuals with dementia who wander, benefiting approximately 120,000 Tennesseans with Alzheimer's or related conditions. The resolution has no policy changes or new requirements - it solely honors the program's collaboration between law enforcement, media, and community stakeholders. It does not affect any laws or directly impact residents' rights or services.