Rep. Scott Cepicky

Maddy summaryHB 1193 requires Tennessee's Department of Education to conduct a comprehensive review of teacher evaluation practices both in Tennessee and other states by June 2025. It mandates forming an advisory committee of educators and experts to assess current evaluation methods and provide recommendations. The department and State Board of Education must submit a final report - including the analysis, committee recommendations, and their own proposals - to relevant legislative committees by January 31, 2026. This bill directly affects the Department of Education, State Board of Education, and Tennessee educators by shaping future evaluation policies through data-driven review.

Maddy summaryHouse Joint Resolution 606 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Columbia State Community College men's basketball team for winning the 2024-2025 TCCAA regular season championship, TCCAA Tournament championship, and Appalachian District championship. It specifically commends the team's 27-5 record, their advancement to the NJCAA Division I National Championship Tournament, and recognizes key players like Mahki Wright (TCCAA Tournament MVP) and head coach Winston Neal (Appalachian Coach of the Year). As a symbolic resolution, it has no policy impact and does not affect any laws, funding, or regulations. The resolution was signed by the Governor on April 29, 2025, following passage by both legislative chambers.

Maddy summaryHB 921 updates Tennessee law to authorize the Fish & Wildlife Commission to regulate "sport shooting ranges" (replacing the term "firing ranges") and set public user fees for these facilities. It requires the Wildlife Resources Agency to establish fees before July 1, 1998, with all collected funds deposited into the Wildlife Resources Fund. This bill directly affects sport shooting range operators and the public using these facilities by creating a standardized fee structure for public access. The key change is shifting fee authority to the Wildlife Resources Agency under the Commission's oversight, effective July 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHouse Joint Resolution 584 honors the Columbia Academy girls' cross country team for winning the 2024 TSSAA Division II, Class A state championship - the school's first state title in cross country. The resolution recognizes the team's hard work, dedication, and leadership under coaches Brady Henson, Nathan Miller, Ashley Miller, and David Craig, while highlighting individual achievements like Gracie Orton's second-place finish. It serves as a formal expression of appreciation from the Tennessee General Assembly, extending congratulations to the athletes and coaches.

Maddy summaryHB 62 authorizes Tennessee athletic trainers to use dry needling for preventing, treating, and rehabilitating athletic injuries, directly affecting licensed athletic trainers in the state. The bill requires the Board of Athletic Trainers to establish minimum competency standards that practitioners must demonstrate to safely perform dry needling. It clarifies that this practice does not constitute acupuncture under existing law. The policy change expands athletic trainers' scope of practice with specific safety safeguards, effective March 28, 2025.

Maddy summaryHJR 378 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Phynlee Ryan Keeling, a Culleoka Unit School sophomore and 2025 Mule Day Court Second Runner-Up. It recognizes her academic achievements (100+ average), extracurricular involvement (sports, clubs), and entrepreneurial efforts (nail business), while highlighting her role in promoting Mule Day events. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely extends symbolic recognition from the Tennessee General Assembly to Keeling and her family. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any group beyond the named individual.

Maddy summaryHJR 380 is a resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor Ava Grayson Sykes for being named the 2025 Mule Day Court Fourth Runner-Up. The resolution recognizes her community service (including volunteering at Poplar Estates Assisted Living and coaching girls' basketball), academic pursuits (nursing studies at Columbia State Community College), and high school athletic achievements. Signed by the Governor on April 7, 2025, it formally expresses legislative appreciation for her contributions as a Maury County resident. This procedural resolution does not create legal obligations or policy changes.

Maddy summaryHJR 379 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Maya Keeton as the 2025 Mule Day Court Third Runner-Up. It recognizes her academic achievements, community volunteer work (including over 100 hours helping Columbia's homeless population), and involvement with local organizations like Beta Club and St. Peter's Church. The resolution, passed by both legislative chambers and signed by the Governor, expresses the General Assembly's admiration for her contributions but does not create any new laws or policies. It directly affects only Maya Keeton as a symbolic gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summaryHJR 377 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Shae Klamert as the 2025 Mule Day Court First Runner-Up. It recognizes her academic achievements (a Trevecca Nazarene University sophomore on the Dean's List), community service (running a mental health initiative and collecting 130 blankets for a local shelter), and role in promoting Mule Day events. The resolution has no legal effect - it simply expresses the Tennessee General Assembly’s appreciation for her contributions. It was signed by both legislative leaders and the Governor in April 2025.

Maddy summaryHJR 376 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Colbey Dawn Fritts as the 2025 Mule Day Queen. It formally recognizes her selection for this role, highlighting her leadership as a high school senior, student body president, cheer captain, and advocate for blood and organ donation in Maury County. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely symbolic, expressing legislative appreciation for her community involvement and achievements. It was passed by both chambers and signed by the Governor on March 25, 2025.