Rep. William Lamberth

Maddy summaryHB 1643 amends Tennessee law (TCA § 55-12-126) to require drivers whose licenses or registrations were suspended for failing to provide proof of insurance to maintain that proof for at least one year or the suspension period, whichever is longer. This directly affects drivers who lost their license or registration due to not having insurance, ensuring they keep proof for the extended period. The bill clarifies that the Department of Safety must release the proof requirement after the specified period ends, and if registration was suspended for this reason, it can be reinstated upon paying fees. The changes apply to offenses committed on or after January 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryHB 793 allows Tennessee public schools and charter schools to deny enrollment to students who are in the U.S. without legal permission (referred to as "unlawfully present" in the bill). The bill amends Tennessee Code Titles 4 and 49 to explicitly permit schools to refuse enrollment for this reason, overriding other laws that might require enrollment. This directly affects schools' enrollment decisions and students without legal immigration status. The policy change is limited to enrollment eligibility and does not address other school services or requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill calls for a joint session of the Tennessee Senate and House of Representatives to vote on confirming three judicial appointments. It specifically addresses the confirmation of Judge Kyle Hixson to the Tennessee Supreme Court, Judge Steve Maroney to the Tennessee Court of Appeals Western Section, and Judge William E. Phillips II to the Tennessee Court of Appeals Eastern Section. The resolution sets a specific date and time for this joint convention to take place, following the constitutional process outlined in Article VI, Section 3 of the Tennessee Constitution. Once passed, the bill enables the legislature to formally approve these judicial nominees before they assume their positions.

Maddy summaryThis resolution confirms Governor Bill Lee's appointment of Dr. Charles Doug Haney to the University of Tennessee Southern Advisory Board, as required by Tennessee law (TCA § 49-9-501). It directly affects Dr. Haney, who will serve on the board until June 30, 2029, following his medical background and community leadership roles. The bill does not create new policy but formally approves a governor-appointed position that requires legislative confirmation under state statute. This is a procedural resolution, not a substantive legislative change.

Maddy summaryHJR 899 is a procedural resolution confirming Governor Bill Lee's appointment of Tony Treadway to the East Tennessee State University (ETSU) Board of Trustees. It does not create new policy but formally approves Treadway's existing appointment for a term ending June 30, 2031, as required by Tennessee law (TCA § 49-8-201). Treadway, an ETSU alumnus and Johnson City community leader, was appointed under statutory requirements for board membership. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the General Assembly and is now pending the Governor's signature.

Maddy summaryThis resolution confirms Governor Bill Lee's appointment of Alec Richardson to the University of Tennessee at Martin advisory board, as required by Tennessee law (TCA § 49-9-501). It does not create new policy or affect any programs - only formally approves an existing gubernatorial appointment for a term ending June 30, 2029. The resolution passed unanimously in both chambers and was transmitted to the Governor for final approval.

Maddy summaryThis resolution confirms Governor Bill Lee's appointment of Susan Marsh Mayfield to the University of Tennessee Southern advisory board, as required by Tennessee state law (TCA § 49-9-501). Mayfield, a longtime Giles County educator and local farmer with multiple degrees, will serve a term ending June 30, 2030. The resolution follows the statutory process for governor-appointed advisory board members to receive legislative confirmation. This is a routine procedural action with no policy changes or direct impact beyond confirming an existing appointment.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution (HJR 887) confirms Governor Bill Lee's appointment of John H. Weston, Jr. of Jackson to the State Textbook and Instructional Materials Quality Commission. It does not create new policy or affect any programs - it solely approves Weston's existing appointment for a term ending June 30, 2028. The resolution follows Tennessee law requiring legislative confirmation for this commission seat, which reviews educational materials. Weston, a business executive with healthcare and construction experience, was appointed under a requirement for a western division resident. The resolution passed unanimously in both chambers and is now awaiting the governor's signature.

Maddy summaryThis resolution confirms Governor Bill Lee's appointment of Dr. Randall Davis to the University of Tennessee Health Science Center Advisory Board, as required by Tennessee law (TCA § 49-9-501). It directly affects Dr. Davis, who will serve a term expiring June 30, 2029, on the board that advises the health science center. The resolution provides no new policy or funding but formally ratifies the governor's appointment after the required legislative confirmation process. It is a routine procedural action with no substantive policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution confirms Governor Bill Lee's appointment of Dr. Gary A. Passons, MD, to the University of Tennessee Health Science Center advisory board for a term ending June 30, 2029. It follows Tennessee law requiring legislative confirmation of governor-appointed board members (TCA § 49-9-501). The resolution formally approves Dr. Passons' appointment based on his qualifications as a board-certified ophthalmologist and decades of medical experience. This is a routine procedural confirmation, not a substantive policy change.