Rep. Kelly Keisling

Maddy summaryHJR 692 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Wildlife Officer Craig Norris upon his retirement from the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) after 35 years of service. It specifically recognizes his dedication to Pickett County, his community engagement (including education and enforcement), and his career-long commitment to wildlife management. The resolution has no policy provisions or impact on laws, regulations, or funding - it solely expresses legislative appreciation. This is a standard memorial resolution with no substantive effect beyond honoring an individual.

Maddy summaryHJR 702 is a non-binding resolution honoring Witt Kaslikowski, a Clay County High School student who achieved a perfect 36 composite ACT score - the second such score in Clay County history. The resolution formally commends his academic achievement, noting his five attempts at the ACT and his extracurricular involvement. It has no legal effect and directly affects only Witt Kaslikowski, recognizing his accomplishment through ceremonial praise. The resolution was unanimously passed by both legislative chambers and signed by the Governor.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HJR 645) honoring the York Agricultural Institute Dragonettes girls' basketball team for finishing as runner-up in the 2025 TSSAA Division I, Class 2A state tournament. It commends the team for their 30-6 record, regional and sectional victories, and recognition of individual players, without creating any new laws or affecting policy. The resolution is purely symbolic, expressing legislative appreciation for the team's athletic achievement and character. It directly affects the team members and their school community through formal recognition.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HJR 659) is a ceremonial resolution commending Adalea "Addie" Davis for her internship work with the University of Tennessee Division of Government Relations, Advocacy, and Economic Development. It recognizes her academic achievements (4.0 GPA, Chancellor's Honors Program), leadership roles (Baker Scholar, UT Government Affairs Committee), and contributions to literacy policy initiatives during the 2025 legislative session. The resolution, passed by both chambers and signed by the Governor, has no policy impact - it solely offers formal recognition. It directly honors Davis, a UT Knoxville student who later received a full-ride scholarship to the University of Michigan.

Maddy summaryHJR 704 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Diane Elder, director of Pickett County Schools, upon her retirement after 45 years in education (including 14 years as a classroom teacher, 13 as SPED director, and 18 as school director). The resolution formally recognizes her dedication to students and the community, expressing the Tennessee General Assembly's appreciation for her service. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or affect any policies - only serving as a symbolic tribute. This resolution was signed by both legislative chambers and the Governor in May 2025.

Maddy summaryHJR 682 is a commemorative resolution honoring Maggie June McClard Shrum of Macon County, Tennessee, following her passing. It formally expresses the General Assembly's condolences to her family and recognizes her contributions as a community leader, including her decades of service as manager of the Macon County Historical Society and her long-time volunteer work at Grace Baptist Church. The resolution does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely serves to memorialize her life and legacy. This resolution was enacted after being signed by the House Speaker, Senate Speaker, and Governor on May 2, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (HJR 683), not a legislative bill with policy changes. It formally honors the Children's Center of the Cumberlands in Oneida, Tennessee, for its 25th anniversary of serving abused and neglected children in the region. The resolution recognizes the center's work providing mental health, medical, and counseling services to child victims of abuse and neglect, and its role in forensic evidence collection and family support. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no funding, regulatory, or policy impact - it solely expresses legislative appreciation for the center's service.

Maddy summaryHJR 684 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Hope Family Health on its 20th anniversary. It recognizes the nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center's mission since 2005 to provide accessible, compassionate care regardless of insurance or payment ability across Macon, Sumner, and Trousdale counties. The resolution commends its expansion to multiple locations offering integrated services like primary care, behavioral health, and dental referrals. It does not create new policy or affect any laws - only formally applauding the organization's community impact through a symbolic gesture.

Maddy summaryHJR 628 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Paul Thompson upon his retirement from Tri-County Electric Cooperative. It recognizes his nearly 30-year career, including serving as the cooperative's longest-serving CEO in Tennessee history, and highlights his professional achievements like implementing automated metering systems and expanding broadband access. The resolution has no legislative effect - it simply expresses the General Assembly's appreciation for his service and community contributions. It directly affects no individuals or policies, as it is purely a symbolic gesture of respect.

Maddy summaryHB 743 amends Tennessee law to change the timeframe for debt resolution services from "seven (7) days" to "seven (7) business days" under Title 47, Chapter 18. This directly affects debt resolution service providers in Tennessee who must now adhere to business day timing for certain client interactions. The bill, signed into law on April 24, 2025, takes effect on July 1, 2025, implementing this minor procedural adjustment to consumer protection regulations.