Rep. Gino Bulso

Maddy summaryThis resolution approves amendments to Tennessee's Rules of Appellate Procedure, which were proposed by the Supreme Court of Tennessee. It does not change the rules themselves but formally endorses the court's updates to how appellate cases are handled in state courts. The approval affects appellate courts, lawyers, and litigants who follow these procedural rules when filing appeals. The resolution is procedural, requiring legislative approval for court rule changes under Tennessee law.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 11) formally approves amendments to Tennessee's Rules of Civil Procedure that were previously established by the Tennessee Supreme Court. It directly affects Tennessee courts, lawyers, and individuals involved in civil lawsuits by making the court's updated procedural rules official. The resolution does not change the rules themselves but ratifies the Supreme Court's December 2024 promulgation of these amendments, which govern how civil cases are handled in state courts. The action completes a required legislative step for the court's rule changes to take effect.

Maddy summaryHB 4 increases the maximum compensation limits for lawsuits against Tennessee local governments under the Tort Liability Act. It raises the cap to $750,000 for injury or death of a single person, $1.5 million for injury or death of multiple people in one incident, and $250,000 for property damage. These changes apply only to claims filed on or after July 1, 2025. The bill directly affects individuals or property owners seeking damages from local government entities like cities, counties, or school districts for accidents or incidents involving bodily injury, death, or property loss.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 97), not a substantive bill. It formally honors Raya Whitlock, a dance athlete from Centennial High School, for being named the 2024 WILLCO Awards Dance Athlete of the Year. The resolution recognizes her achievements as a team captain, her athletic skill, and her character, expressing the Tennessee House's congratulations to her directly. It has no policy impact or funding provisions, as it is solely a symbolic gesture of recognition.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 82 honors Emily Lucas, the 2024-2025 Woodland Middle School Teacher of the Year, recognizing her dedication to education and positive impact on students. The Tennessee House of Representatives unanimously adopted the resolution on April 7, 2025, as a ceremonial tribute to her professional achievements. This resolution does not create legal obligations or policy changes but formally acknowledges her service to students and the community.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 100), not a law. It formally honors Dominic Reed, a Centennial High School football player, for being named the 2024 WILLCO Awards Football Player of the Year and Offensive Player of the Year. The resolution recognizes his athletic achievements, including 36 touchdowns and being a Mr. Football finalist, and expresses pride in his accomplishments as a student-athlete. It has no binding effect or policy changes - it is solely a symbolic gesture of recognition.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 86) honoring Megan Fleer, the 2024-2025 Scales Elementary School Teacher of the Year in Tennessee. It formally recognizes her dedication, professional excellence, and positive impact on students through a unanimous vote by the Tennessee House of Representatives. The resolution has no policy or funding impact - it serves solely as a symbolic tribute to her educational contributions.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 90 formally honors Lauren Bacon, a Crockett Elementary School teacher, for being named the 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year in Tennessee. The resolution recognizes her dedication to student success, professional excellence, and positive impact on the school community. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or change policies - it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation adopted unanimously by the Tennessee House of Representatives. The resolution was signed into effect on April 8, 2025, following its passage on April 7.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 83) honoring Lyric Owen, the 2024-2025 Grassland Middle School Teacher of the Year in Tennessee. It formally recognizes her dedication to education and service to students, as selected by her school. The resolution has no policy impact - it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation with no legal effect or direct impact on any laws or individuals beyond the named recipient.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) honoring Macklin Freund, a Franklin High School cheer athlete. It formally recognizes her as the 2024 WILLCO Awards Cheer Athlete of the Year and recipient of the U.S. Marine Corps Most Distinguished Athlete Award. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it serves solely as a symbolic gesture of praise from the Tennessee House of Representatives. It directly affects no individuals through new laws, regulations, or funding.