Rep. Jeremy Faison

Maddy summaryHB 863 requires Tennessee municipalities and counties to post new ordinances and resolutions on a website within one month of adoption. Local governments may choose to post on their own website or the secretary of state's website. The law, effective May 2, 2025, applies to all new ordinances and resolutions adopted after that date.

Maddy summaryHB 826 requires Tennessee's administrative office of the courts to submit an annual report by January 15 each year. The report must detail court cases involving violations of the Families' Rights and Responsibilities Act, including case outcomes and any entities found in violation. This procedural bill affects court administrators and does not change parental consent requirements for minors' medical treatment. It takes effect July 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHJR 100 is a resolution urging Tennessee’s opioid abatement council and participating counties to allocate at least 25% of opioid settlement fund expenditures toward distributing and promoting overdose reversal medications like Narcan. It directly affects the state’s opioid abatement council and counties that joined the opioid settlement agreement. The resolution requires these entities to prioritize funding for initiatives that save lives through medication access, rather than other uses of the fund. This is a non-binding recommendation, not a new law, aimed at accelerating reductions in overdose deaths.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HJR 658) formally honors Marisela Ventura Alonso, the 2025 salutatorian (second-highest academic achiever) of Morristown-Hamblen High School East, for her academic excellence and extracurricular involvement. It consists solely of ceremonial commendation by the Tennessee General Assembly, with no policy changes or direct effects on laws, funding, or other individuals. The resolution expresses the Assembly's recognition of her achievements and extends well-wishes for her future. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new obligations or alter existing laws.

Maddy summaryHJR 657 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Trevyn Beam, the 2025 valedictorian of Morristown-Hamblen High School East. It formally commends his academic achievements and high school accomplishments, expressing the Tennessee General Assembly's recognition of his success. As a symbolic gesture with no policy or legal effect, it does not create new laws or affect any specific group beyond acknowledging an individual student's achievement.

Maddy summaryHJR 652 is a non-binding resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor Hannah Suggs, the 2025 salutatorian of Cocke County High School, for her academic achievements. It recognizes her high grade point average, participation in extracurricular activities, and dedication to excellence during her high school career. The resolution formally commends her accomplishments and extends the Assembly's best wishes for her future success. This procedural resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a public acknowledgment of her educational achievements.

Maddy summaryHJR 654 is a symbolic resolution honoring Shayna Williams, the 2025 valedictorian of Cocke County High School in Tennessee. It directly recognizes her academic achievements, including her high GPA and extracurricular involvement, without creating any new laws or policies. The resolution, passed by both legislative chambers and signed by the Governor on May 5, 2025, formally commends Williams and extends well-wishes for her future. As a commemorative resolution, it has no binding effect or practical impact beyond public acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial joint resolution (HJR 651), not a legislative bill with policy provisions. It formally honors Addison Woods, the 2025 valedictorian of Cosby High School in Tennessee, for her academic achievement. The resolution commends her "exemplary grade point average" and "diligent study" through a symbolic gesture of recognition by the Tennessee General Assembly. It has no binding effect or impact on laws, regulations, or individuals beyond this public acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryHJR 650 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Chloe Hance, the 2025 salutatorian of Cosby High School in Tennessee. It formally commends her academic achievements, including her high GPA and extracurricular involvement, and extends the General Assembly's recognition of her success. The resolution has no policy impact or legal effect - it serves solely as a symbolic tribute to be presented to Hance. As a commemorative resolution, it does not affect any laws, programs, or individuals beyond this expression of praise.

Maddy summaryHJR 653 is a non-binding ceremonial resolution honoring Mathaniel Parker, the 2025 salutatorian of Cocke County High School in Tennessee. It formally commends his academic achievements, including his high GPA and participation in extracurricular activities, and extends best wishes for his future. The resolution directly affects only Mathaniel Parker by publicly recognizing his accomplishments through the Tennessee General Assembly. As a symbolic gesture with no policy or legal effect, it does not create new requirements or impact any laws or regulations.