Rep. Michele Reneau

Maddy summaryHB 1247 exempts the first $20 of the sales price for everyday items paid with physical cash (including coins, paper money, and physical gold or silver) from Tennessee's sales tax. This directly affects consumers who pay cash for small purchases under $20, such as groceries or minor goods. The bill amends Tennessee's sales tax code to create this specific exemption, which does not apply to other taxes like vehicle or luxury taxes. The exemption takes effect July 1, 2025, and applies only to transactions using physical cash, not credit or debit cards.

Maddy summaryThis bill honors Chattanooga Police Officer Seven Mingo by formally recognizing his receipt of the Rookie Officer of the Year Award. The resolution highlights his exceptional performance, including 259 arrests and 739 incident reports filed during his first year on the force. It serves as a public commendation of his dedication to public safety and positive impact on the department. The measure is a ceremonial gesture with no operational changes to police procedures or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a joint resolution that formally honors Hamilton County Schools for receiving the Community Partner of the Year Award from the Chattanooga Police Department. The resolution recognizes the school district's long-standing collaboration with law enforcement, including the use of school resource officers and safety initiatives like "Handle with Care." It specifically highlights Hamilton County Schools' support of police staff by providing a clean, secure workspace when officers needed to vacate their own premises due to mold issues. The document serves as a public commendation without creating new laws, funding, or policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill honors Clifford and Carol Ackerson by formally recognizing their receipt of the Chattanooga Police Department Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association Member of the Year award. The resolution acknowledges their active participation in the organization since graduating from the academy in 2017, including their consistent attendance at meetings, volunteer work at police events, and reliable response to volunteer calls. The bill directs that a copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation to the Ackersons, with the final clause omitted from the official version. This is a commemorative measure with no impact on laws, funding, or policy, serving only to publicly acknowledge the couple's contributions to community safety efforts.

Maddy summaryThis House Joint Resolution honors and commends the Auto Crimes Unit of the Chattanooga Police Department for receiving the Chief's Award. The resolution recognizes the unit's exceptional work in 2025, including handling over 400 cases and dismantling a large-scale organized auto theft ring involving more than 1,000 vehicles. It specifically acknowledges the contributions of Investigators Brian McClard, Kevin Orsburn, and Jamie Willis, along with Sergeant Randy Raulston, for their dedication and investigative integrity. The bill is a ceremonial recognition that does not create new laws or policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House Joint Resolution that formally honors and commends Daryl Slaughter, an investigator with the Chattanooga Police Department, for receiving the department's Investigator of the Year Award. The resolution recognizes his exceptional work in the Homicide Unit since 2016, highlighting his 93% clearance rate on 28 homicide cases and his role in securing a conviction in a 2020 double homicide. The measure also acknowledges his additional contributions to the department through volunteer work on the Hostage Negotiation Team and SWAT Team. This is a ceremonial resolution with no new laws or funding, serving only to publicly recognize Slaughter's achievements and service to the community.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a joint resolution that formally honors Sam Wofford, an IT Specialist and RTIC Technician for the Chattanooga Police Department, upon his receipt of the department's Professional Staff of the Year Award. The resolution recognizes Wofford's exceptional technical skills, dedication to public service, and positive contributions to the police department's operations. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as an official commendation from the Tennessee state legislature. The resolution will be presented to Wofford as a symbolic acknowledgment of his achievements.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House Joint Resolution that formally honors Officer Adam Williams of the Chattanooga Police Department for receiving the Field Training Officer of the Year Award. The resolution recognizes his specific contributions to training new officers, including his role in facilitating arrests during traffic stops and narcotics investigations. It serves as an official commendation from the Tennessee General Assembly rather than creating new laws or policies. The measure does not affect any laws or government operations but instead provides public recognition for the officer's achievements.

Maddy summaryThis bill honors FTO Kristen Thomas of the Chattanooga Police Department by formally recognizing her receipt of the department's Lifesaving Medal for her heroic actions during a critical emergency. The resolution acknowledges her specific contributions on October 5, 2025, when she managed a chaotic crash scene alone, applied a tourniquet to save a victim's life, and maintained scene control under difficult circumstances. This legislative action serves as an official commendation from the Tennessee General Assembly and does not create new laws or funding. The resolution will be presented to FTO Thomas as a formal acknowledgment of her bravery and dedication to public safety.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a joint resolution honoring Ed Caram, a chaplain with the Chattanooga Police Department, for receiving the department's Chaplain of the Year award. The resolution recognizes his contributions to officer well-being, crisis response, and community support through his work with the CPD Chaplain Corps. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official commendation from the Tennessee state legislature. The document is ceremonial in nature and has no impact on public policy or government operations.