Rep. Susan Lynn

Maddy summaryHB 412 amends Tennessee's licensing requirements for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) dealers by expanding the approved organizations that can sponsor mandatory safety training. Previously, only the National Propane Gas Association could provide this training; the bill now allows any state or national association representing the LPG industry. This change directly affects current and future LPG dealers seeking or renewing their licenses in Tennessee. The bill updates Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 68, Section 68-135-103(1), to reflect this expanded training option.

Maddy summaryHB 1157, the "Restore Trust in Public Health Messaging Act," requires Tennessee's Department of Health, local health departments, and state executive branch to ensure all public communications about FDA-regulated products (like medications) accurately reflect the FDA-approved or FDA-authorized labels. It prohibits promoting information that conflicts with these labels, including general product categories unless universally true or properly qualified. The law mandates an internal compliance review by July 2025, annual reporting to state officials starting in 2026, and a complaint process for violations with potential penalties. This directly affects state health agencies' public messaging about medical products, aiming to align communications with federal FDA standards.

Maddy summaryHouse Joint Resolution 354 is a symbolic resolution honoring the Mt. Juliet High School Lady Bears girls' basketball team for winning the 2025 TSSAA Class 4A District 12 tournament. It recognizes their championship victory (59-54 over Green Hill), their regional playoff advancement, and the contributions of players and coaches. The resolution serves as a formal commendation from the Tennessee General Assembly, expressing pride in their athletic success and character. It has no binding effect or policy changes - it is purely a ceremonial gesture of recognition.

Maddy summaryHJR 73 is a symbolic resolution designating October 9, 2025, as PANDAS Awareness Day in Tennessee. It commemorates Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections (PANDAS), highlighting that it affects roughly 8,000 children in Tennessee and involves sudden behavioral changes, OCD, and medical challenges. The resolution does not create new laws, funding, or policies - it solely serves to recognize the condition and its impact on families through a formal acknowledgment by the Tennessee General Assembly. As a procedural resolution, it has no direct effect on legislation or services for affected families.

Maddy summaryHB 1156 would remove a Tennessee law requiring parents or legal guardians to ensure their children receive vaccines recommended by the CDC or AAP. This change directly affects parents and guardians in Tennessee who currently have this legal obligation under TCA Title 37. The bill specifically deletes Section 37-10-401(a) of the Tennessee Code but clarifies it won't impact existing school, daycare, or childcare immunization requirements. The legislation is currently pending in the Health Committee for further review.

Maddy summaryHJR 72 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Wilson County, Tennessee, for its 225th anniversary of founding on October 26, 1799. It recognizes the county's history, including its separation from Sumner County and its cultural contributions to Tennessee, without creating any new laws or affecting residents. The resolution was formally adopted by both legislative chambers and signed into law by the governor on February 21, 2025. As a symbolic gesture, it has no policy impact beyond expressing official recognition.

Maddy summaryHJR 81 is a resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor Abigail Whicker, a senior at Mt. Juliet Christian Academy, for winning the 2024 American Legion Department of Tennessee Oratorical Contest. The resolution recognizes her as a state-level winner of the contest and highlights her academic achievements, leadership in FFA (Future Farmers of America), and community service, including organizing a diaper drive and serving as school National Honor Society president. This symbolic resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally commends her accomplishments. It directly affects Abigail Whicker by publicly acknowledging her contributions, with no broader legislative impact.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally congratulates Gladeville Middle School for being named a 2022-2023 Reward School by the Tennessee Department of Education - the state’s highest academic honor for schools meeting rigorous performance standards. It recognizes the school’s administration, faculty, staff, students, and parents for achieving exceptional academic results. As a ceremonial resolution (not a law), it does not create new policies or affect any group beyond expressing legislative support for the school’s achievement. It was passed by both chambers and signed by the Governor in February 2025.

Maddy summaryHJR 71 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Lieutenant Wesley Neely of the Mt. Juliet Police Department upon his retirement after 37 years of service. It formally recognizes his career, including roles as a detective, training officer, and community-focused "Officer Friendly," and his dedication to law enforcement and community relationships. The resolution has no policy impact - it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Tennessee General Assembly with no new laws or funding attached. It was passed by both chambers and signed by the Governor as a standard recognition.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows Tennessee courts to order government bodies to pay the legal fees and court costs of citizens who successfully prove that a public meeting was knowingly and willfully conducted in violation of state open meetings laws. Under the new provision, a judge has the discretion to award these expenses to petitioners who demonstrate that a governing body intentionally refused to follow public meeting requirements. The law also directs courts to consider guidance provided by the Office of Open Records Counsel when deciding if a violation was willful. By shifting the financial burden of enforcement to the violating entity, the measure aims to strengthen compliance with existing transparency rules without changing the core requirements for holding public meetings.