Rep. John Clemmons

Maddy summaryHJR 475 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the late Colonel James Russell Dismukes of Nashville. It commemorates his life and service through a formal expression of respect from the Tennessee General Assembly, recognizing his military career (including service in Vietnam and leadership in the 101st Airborne Division), community work, and family. The resolution contains no policy changes or funding provisions - its sole purpose is to memorialize Dismukes following his passing. It was approved by both chambers and signed by the Governor on April 9, 2025.

Maddy summaryHR 77 is a ceremonial resolution commending Spencer Webb for his service as a legislative intern with House Democratic Caucus Chairman John Ray Clemmons during Tennessee's 2025 legislative session. The resolution highlights Webb's academic achievements (Austin Peay State University history major with pre-law minor, Dean's List honors), his role supporting legislators and the General Assembly, and his future plans to pursue law. It has no policy impact - it solely expresses the House's recognition of his contributions. The resolution was unanimously adopted (96-0) and signed by the House Speaker on April 8, 2025.

Maddy summaryHJR 507 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Hillsboro High School boys' basketball team for winning the 2025 TSSAA Division I, Class 4A state championship - their first state title in school history and the first for a Metro Nashville large-class school since 1981. The resolution commends the team's achievement, including their 34-5 record and championship journey, without creating any new laws, policies, or financial obligations. It is a symbolic gesture of recognition from the Tennessee General Assembly, not a substantive legislative action.

Maddy summaryHouse Joint Resolution 301 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor retired journalist Marta W. Aldrich upon her retirement after nearly 40 years in journalism. The resolution recognizes her work as a Senior Statehouse Correspondent for Chalkbeat Tennessee, her coverage of state government and education issues, and her previous roles at major outlets like The Associated Press and The New York Times. It was approved by both legislative chambers and signed by the Governor on March 25, 2025, as a formal expression of appreciation for her contributions to journalism.

Maddy summaryHouse Joint Resolution 302 is a symbolic resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor Pat Nolan, a longtime NewsChannel 5 journalist and political analyst, on his retirement after over 50 years in Nashville broadcasting. It recognizes his career spanning from 1973 to 2023, including roles as a reporter, political analyst, and host of "Inside Politics," as well as his community service on civic boards. The resolution contains no policy changes or legal mechanisms - it is purely a ceremonial tribute expressing the legislature's appreciation for his professional contributions.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HJR 283) formally honors Deborah E. Whitman, an attendance clerk at Tusculum Elementary School in Metro Nashville Public Schools, for being named the 2024-2025 Support Employee of the Year. It recognizes her dedication to students and her role in supporting educational excellence. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact or funding provisions - it simply expresses the Tennessee General Assembly's appreciation for her service. The resolution was signed by the Governor on March 19, 2025.

Maddy summaryHJR 274 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Elizabeth Tingler, a Paragon Mills Elementary School teacher who was named the 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year. It formally recognizes her dedication to education and service through a resolution passed by Tennessee's General Assembly. This resolution has no policy impact or funding provisions - it is purely symbolic, expressing legislative commendation for her work. The resolution was signed by both chambers and the Governor, as is standard for such honors.

Maddy summaryHJR 271 is a ceremonial resolution honoring LaShonda Toran, the 2024-2025 Apollo Middle School Teacher of the Year. It formally recognizes her dedication to education, professional excellence, and positive impact on students in Tennessee. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it simply commends her service through official legislative acknowledgment. It was passed by both chambers and signed by the Governor on March 19, 2025, to honor her specific achievement.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution honoring Charity Allen, a teacher at John F. Kennedy Middle School in Tennessee, for being named the 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year. It formally recognizes her dedication to education, professional excellence, and positive impact on students. The resolution was passed by the Tennessee General Assembly and signed by the Governor in March 2025, but it does not create any new laws or allocate funding - only expressing official commendation.

Maddy summaryHJR 280 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Callie Longmire, a Cane Ridge Elementary School teacher selected as the 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year in Tennessee. It formally recognizes her dedication to education, professional excellence, and positive impact on students. The resolution was passed by the Tennessee General Assembly and signed by the Governor on March 19, 2025, as a symbolic tribute with no policy or financial impact.