Rep. John Clemmons

Maddy summaryHJR 739 is a symbolic resolution (not binding legislation) passed by Tennessee's legislature to commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27, 2026. It recognizes the 81st anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz and honors the six million Jews and millions of others murdered during the Holocaust. The resolution encourages Tennesseans to reflect on the Holocaust's lessons to combat antisemitism and hatred, but it does not create new laws or policies. As a commemorative resolution, it directly affects all Tennessee citizens through state recognition of this observance.

Maddy summaryHJR 718 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing the CSX Santa Train for its 83-year tradition of delivering holiday joy to children in Appalachia. It honors the train’s annual 110-mile journey through Kentucky, Virginia, and Tennessee, where it distributes toys, safety books, and cold-weather gear to hundreds of families - such as the 15,000 toys and 5,000 gear bags provided in 2025. The resolution specifically commends CSX employees, volunteers, and community partners like Appalachian Power for their role in this charitable effort. As a non-binding resolution, it has no policy impact and solely serves to publicly acknowledge the initiative’s community service.

Maddy summaryHB 2335 changes the deadline for Tennessee's Department of Transportation to submit its annual report on transportation modernization fund projects. The bill moves the submission date from January 1 to February 15 each year. This report details the status of projects funded by the transportation modernization fund and is submitted to legislative leadership and transportation committee chairs in both chambers. The change provides the department with additional time to prepare and finalize the report before its annual submission.

Maddy summaryHB 2005, the "TennCare Buy-In Act," proposes a new health coverage option for Tennesseans aged 18-64 who are not eligible for Medicare or other TennCare programs. It requires eligible individuals to pay monthly premiums based on household income (as a percentage of the federal poverty level), with lower or waived premiums for those below certain income thresholds. The program would provide full TennCare benefits - including managed care through existing networks - excluding non-emergency medical transportation. Enrollment would be administered by the Department of Finance and Administration, with annual renewals and strict premium payment requirements to maintain coverage.

Maddy summaryHB 1469 would have exempted food and food ingredients purchased with an EBT card by SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) beneficiaries from Tennessee's 4% sales tax. The bill directly affected SNAP recipients by eliminating tax on their grocery purchases made using electronic benefits. Key provisions included amending state tax law to exempt these specific transactions while maintaining the 4% tax on other food sales. The bill was withdrawn on January 21, 2026, and never became law, so it has no current effect.

Maddy summaryHB 634 creates a 9-member conservatorship management task force in Tennessee to review how conservators (people managing care for adults who can't make decisions) are handling cases. The task force includes state agency representatives and public members appointed by the governor, with members serving up to two 3-year terms. It will examine conservator care quality, asset management, fraud detection, public resources, and recommend improvements to courts and state agencies. The task force must submit its first report by December 31, 2025, and annually thereafter. This bill directly affects Tennessee's conservatorship system and the vulnerable adults it serves.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HJR 588), not a legislative bill. It formally honors Alice Asako Walle, a music educator in Metro Nashville Public Schools, for her career achievements. The resolution recognizes her work founding music programs, integrating cultural traditions, leading the "We Are Nashville" project, serving as an Elementary Music Instructional Coach, and receiving the CMA Foundation Music Teacher of Excellence award. It specifically commends her commitment to equity in music education and her upcoming move to Michigan after her service. The resolution has no legal effect and serves only as a symbolic tribute to her contributions.

Maddy summaryHJR 487 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Tennessee astronaut Captain Barry "Butch" Wilmore upon his return from a nine-month mission aboard the International Space Station. It formally welcomes him back to Earth, commends his service during an extended stay due to technical issues with his spacecraft, and recognizes his Tennessee roots and NASA career. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely symbolic, expressing the General Assembly's appreciation without creating any new laws or affecting any individuals or programs beyond this public acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (HJR 493) honoring Dr. Denis Michael Gilmore, a Nashville thoracic surgeon who died in 2025. The resolution formally expresses the Tennessee General Assembly's condolences to his family and recognizes his professional contributions, including his work as a division chief at Centennial Medical Center and his service to the community. It does not create new laws or policies - it serves as a ceremonial tribute to his legacy. The resolution was signed by the Governor on April 9, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 16 creates a state grant program to fund sidewalk improvements around public schools in Tennessee. The Tennessee Department of Transportation will administer the program, awarding competitive grants to local governments for designing, constructing, and repairing sidewalks near schools. Local governments must match grant funds (with in-kind work allowed) and submit progress reports. This directly affects public school communities and local governments by providing dedicated funding for safer pedestrian pathways.