Rep. Karen Camper

Maddy summaryHJR 541 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Andrew and Rose Pollard for their 60th wedding anniversary. It expresses the Tennessee General Assembly's commendation of their marriage, community service, and family values, with no policy changes or legal effects. The resolution has no direct impact on any individuals or laws, as it serves solely as a symbolic tribute. It was signed by the governor on April 15, 2025, completing its procedural path.

Maddy summaryHJR 375 is a ceremonial resolution honoring PJ Haggerty, a University of Memphis Tigers basketball player, for being named American Athletic Conference (AAC) Player of the Year. It recognizes his achievements as a redshirt sophomore guard who led the AAC in scoring (21.2 points per game), helped Memphis win the AAC regular-season title (16-2), and earned the award as only the second Tiger to receive it. The resolution expresses the Tennessee General Assembly's appreciation for his athletic accomplishments and wishes him success in the NCAA Tournament. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legal effect or policy impact.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HJR 285), not a substantive bill. It honors Barbara Joyce Driver-Rice on her 70th birthday, recognizing her personal milestones, family, career (including service at the Pentagon and San Angelo Independent School District), and community involvement. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Tennessee General Assembly's tribute through a formal statement. It was signed by the Governor on March 19, 2025, as part of routine commemorative practice.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HJR 225), not a substantive bill. It honors Andrew Pollard, a Memphis community leader and founder of A&R Barbeque restaurant, on his 80th birthday. The resolution formally recognizes his lifelong community service, family, and contributions to Memphis through his business and faith-based leadership. It has no legal effect or policy changes - it is solely a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Tennessee General Assembly.

Maddy summaryHJR 250 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor John Jones, a Memphis resident and retired FedEx truck driver, for his community service and dedication to family and faith. It specifically recognizes his volunteer work at Breath of Life Christian Center, his participation in the St. Jude Marathon at age 69, and his 43-year marriage. As a symbolic gesture with no legal effect, the resolution expresses the legislature's commendation and was signed by the Governor on March 12, 2025. It directly affects only John Jones, acknowledging his lifetime contributions to Tennessee.

Maddy summaryHB 1249 designates December 14 of each year as "Hazel Moore Day" in Tennessee to honor Hazel Moore, a Whitehaven community leader recognized for founding youth programs, organizing health fairs, and receiving awards like the Pioneer Memphis Business Award. The bill amends Tennessee Code (Titles 3 and 4) to add this official observance to the state’s calendar of special days. It does not create new programs or alter existing laws; it solely commemorates Moore’s community contributions. The designation applies statewide but directly affects Tennessee’s official calendar and public recognition of community service.

Maddy summaryHB 690 designated December 14 of each year as "Hazel Moore Day" in Tennessee, requiring the governor to issue an annual proclamation. The bill amended Tennessee Code Titles 3 and 4 to formally establish this day of observance. However, the bill was withdrawn on February 5, 2025, after being introduced on February 3, and never became law. This was a ceremonial designation without substantive policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill ensures that the state provides funding to Davidson and Shelby Counties to support their local public defender offices. It mandates that the state pay these counties in quarterly installments to match the salaries of state public defenders, guaranteeing that local staff earn the same wages as their counterparts in other districts. Additionally, the law requires that any future salary increases for state public defenders be automatically applied to these local offices to maintain equal pay. By amending the state code, the legislation creates a direct financial link between state budget allocations and county-level legal aid services.