Rep. Jeremy Faison

Maddy summaryHB 757 extends the notice period for tenants fleeing domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking from 30 to 45 days to terminate a rental agreement. It requires tenants to provide written notice and documentation of their victim status to landlords to trigger this longer window. The bill directly affects tenants in these situations and their landlords by giving victims more time to safely vacate properties without immediate eviction risk. This change updates Tennessee's residential rental laws (affecting multiple code sections) to prioritize safety for vulnerable tenants.

Maddy summaryHouse Joint Resolution 235 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Grassy Fork Lady Ravens girls' basketball team for winning back-to-back Cocke County Elementary Basketball Tournament championships in 2024 and 2025. It formally commends the team, their coach, and their community support, recognizing their sportsmanship and the positive impact of their championship season on their flood-affected Hartford community. This resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it is purely a symbolic gesture of recognition.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HJR 234) honors Cocke County flood relief organizations and volunteers who received the 2025 Great Smoky Mountain Council Good Scout Award for their work aiding recovery after Hurricane Helene. It specifically commends the Cocke County Emergency Management Agency, Cocke County Fire Department, Cocke County Sheriff's Department, Cocke County Volunteer Fire Department, Newport City Police Department, Newport Fire Department, and Newport Rescue Squad. The resolution expresses the General Assembly's appreciation for their service to Cocke County and Tennessee through ceremonial recognition. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or legal effect - it simply offers formal praise.

Maddy summaryHJR 236 is a Tennessee legislative resolution honoring the Parrottsville Parrotts boys' basketball team for winning the Cocke County Elementary Basketball Tournament in 2024 and 2025. The resolution commends their back-to-back championships, 53-4 record over three years (including two undefeated seasons), and 2025 championship victory (35-30 after trailing 16-9 at halftime), while recognizing their sportsmanship and community support. This symbolic resolution does not create new laws or allocate funds but formally acknowledges the team's achievements through a legislative vote.

Maddy summaryHJR 228 is a ceremonial resolution honoring bassist Victor Wooten, recognizing his musical achievements and community contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals or groups, as it is purely a symbolic gesture of appreciation. The resolution highlights Wooten's Grammy wins, his work with the Wooten Brothers Band, his music camps ("Victor Wooten's Center for Music and Nature"), and his service through education and writing. It was passed by Tennessee's legislature and signed by the Governor in February 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 6007 requires Tennessee's state treasurer to pay property owners 130% of their 2024 property taxes for real or personal property destroyed or damaged by a FEMA-certified disaster occurring between September 26 and 30, 2024. This applies to owners in counties covered by the FEMA declaration who owned the property during the disaster, with payments disbursed by June 30, 2025, after submitting required documentation. The bill also amends state law to allow local governments to deploy personnel and equipment across jurisdictional boundaries during emergencies, with chief executive approval. The property tax provision expires December 31, 2025, and applies only to the specified disaster window.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HJR 50) passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to commemorate Susie Wiles' historic appointment as the first woman to serve as White House Chief of Staff under President-elect Donald Trump. It formally recognizes her appointment, highlights her career background in politics and campaigning, and congratulates her on this milestone. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it is purely a symbolic gesture of acknowledgment. The Tennessee legislature passed and signed this resolution in February 2025.

Maddy summaryHJR 99 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the late Representative Ira Curtis Halford of Dyer, Tennessee. It formally commemorates his 14-year service in the Tennessee House of Representatives (2008-2022), his committee leadership roles, and his community contributions. The resolution expresses the General Assembly's condolences to his family and recognizes his legacy of public service. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents or legislation.

Maddy summaryHB 1265 shortens the deadline for Tennessee's State Treasurer to report on unclaimed property operations. It changes the law to require the Treasurer to submit this report within three months after the fiscal year ends (down from four months), instead of the current four-month window. This affects the Treasurer and the recipients of the report - Governor, Comptroller of the Treasury, and legislative leaders - by requiring them to receive the report one month earlier each year. The bill amends specific sections of Tennessee Code (Titles 47, 48, and 66) to implement this timing change.

Maddy summaryHB 916 requires Tennessee's election finance registry to submit a report by September 1, 2025, detailing digital currency contributions to candidates and political committees over the past five years. The report must be sent to the Senate and House speakers, the legislative librarian, and the office of legislative budget analysis. This bill does not change campaign finance rules but mandates a specific data collection and reporting requirement for digital currency donations. It affects the registry of election finance and state legislative offices responsible for oversight. The bill is procedural and focuses solely on gathering historical contribution data.