Rep. Michael Hale

Maddy summaryThis bill is a joint resolution that formally recognizes and honors Jackie Wilkerson on the occasion of his retirement as International Secretary of the United Pentecostal Church. The resolution acknowledges his long history of service within the Tennessee District of the United Pentecostal Church, including his previous roles as a pastor, district presbyter, and youth secretary. It does not change any laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial tribute to his contributions to the church and community. The document is intended to be presented to Wilkerson as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for his ministry.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution honors Abby Alexander, a senior at Cannon County High School, for scoring more than 1,000 points during her high school basketball career. The measure formally recognizes her achievement by joining the 1,000-Point Club and acknowledges her as an inspirational leader within her school and community. The resolution directs the preparation of a copy for presentation to Alexander, omitting certain legislative designations for the final document. This action serves as a commemorative gesture rather than establishing new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a joint resolution that formally honors and commends Tennessee Highway Patrol officers and Sergeants at Arms who served at the State Capitol and Cordell Hull Building during the 114th General Assembly. The resolution recognizes their essential role in maintaining security, order, and decorum for legislators, staff, and visitors throughout the legislative sessions. It expresses gratitude for their professionalism and dedication to public service but does not create any new laws or change existing policies. The document serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than establishing new requirements or procedures.

Maddy summaryHB 2193 prevents Tennessee's governor from deciding to leave the federal Summer EBT program (SUN Bucks) without legislative approval. It requires the General Assembly to authorize such a decision through a joint resolution before the governor can opt out or disenroll the state. The bill directly affects the governor's authority over participation in this program, which provides food benefits to over 700,000 children annually. It establishes a clear legislative oversight mechanism for enrollment decisions regarding this federal program.

Maddy summaryHB 1715 would allow breastfeeding mothers in Tennessee to be excused from jury duty upon submitting a written request and a medical statement from a licensed physician to the jury coordinator. It amends Tennessee law (Title 22, Chapters 1 and 2) to require courts to excuse these mothers automatically when the documentation is provided. This directly affects breastfeeding mothers who receive jury summonses across Tennessee. The bill creates a clear, documented process for excusal, replacing the current system where such requests might be handled inconsistently.

Maddy summaryHJR 1047 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Hannah Kennedy, a kindergarten teacher at Cannon North Elementary School, for being named Cannon County's 2025-2026 Pre-K-4 Teacher of the Year. It expresses legislative recognition of her work in the classroom and community but contains no policy changes, funding, or legislative action. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the Tennessee House of Representatives on March 5, 2026. As a commemorative resolution, it does not affect laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryHJR 1049 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Emry Jones, a Smith County High School basketball player, for becoming the first athlete from her school to score over 1,000 points in her high school career. The resolution formally recognizes her achievement (specifically her 1,000th point scored against Cannon County on February 19, 2026) and her role as a community role model. It does not create new laws or affect policies - it is purely a symbolic tribute from the Tennessee General Assembly to celebrate her athletic accomplishments.

Maddy summaryHJR 1045 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Christopher Vance, a Cannon County High School English teacher, for being named the 2025-2026 Cannon County Grades 9-12 Teacher of the Year. It formally expresses the Tennessee General Assembly's recognition of his 37-year teaching career and dedication to students, including his roles as ninth-grade English instructor and sponsor for the Class of 2029. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact and solely serves to publicly commend Vance's professional achievements. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the Tennessee House of Representatives on March 5, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HJR 1046), not a policy bill. It formally honors Bobbie Ford, a Cannon County special education teacher, for being named the 2025-2026 Cannon County Grades 5-8 Teacher of the Year. The resolution expresses the Tennessee General Assembly's recognition of her 13 years of teaching experience, current doctoral studies, and dedication to students. It contains no new laws, funding, or policy changes - only a symbolic tribute to her professional achievements.

Maddy summaryHJR 1048 is a symbolic resolution honoring Cooper Williams, a Smith County High School basketball player, for scoring over 1,000 points in his high school career. It directly recognizes his achievement (reaching the 1,000-point milestone against York Institute on February 20, 2026) and his community impact. The resolution contains no policy changes or funding provisions - it is purely a commemorative gesture with no binding effect. It was unanimously adopted by the Tennessee House of Representatives on March 5, 2026.