Rep. Justin Lafferty

Maddy summaryHB 246 extends the expiration date of Tennessee's Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) to June 30, 2033. The EMAC is a system enabling states to share emergency resources like personnel and equipment during disasters, directly affecting Tennessee's emergency response coordination with other states. The bill amends Tennessee law to set this new termination date for the EMAC, ensuring its continued operation until 2033. It also includes a separate provision stating that any state governmental entities created in 2031 will terminate on June 30, 2033.

Maddy summaryHB 261 extends the existence of Tennessee's statewide planning and policy council for the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services until June 30, 2029. The bill amends Tennessee Code Sections 4-29-246 and 4-29-250 to update references to this council, ensuring its continued operation. This change directly affects the mental health department by preventing the council from sunsetting (ending automatically) under previous law. The bill does not alter the council's responsibilities or funding, only its operational timeline. The extension was enacted as Public Chapter 13 in 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 237 extends the Chickasaw Basin Authority's existence until June 30, 2031, preventing its automatic termination under sunset provisions. This bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated Sections 4-29-246 and 4-29-252 to formally include the authority in relevant statutory references. The change directly affects the Chickasaw Basin Authority, which manages water resources in the Chickasaw Basin region. The bill removes an expiration date and ensures the authority can continue its operations without needing new legislation to maintain its legal status.

Maddy summaryHB 251 extends Tennessee's participation in the Interstate Compact on Detainers until June 30, 2033. This compact governs how states handle prisoner transfers and detainers (legal holds) when defendants move between states, directly affecting Tennessee correctional facilities and law enforcement agencies managing interstate prisoner cases. The bill amends Tennessee law to set this specific end date for the compact's current implementation period. It does not change the compact's operational rules but ensures its continuation through 2033. The legislation applies to state agencies responsible for coordinating prisoner transfers across state lines.

Maddy summaryHB 230 extends the existence of Tennessee's air pollution control board until June 30, 2031, preventing it from automatically ending under sunset provisions. The bill updates two sections of Tennessee law (Title 4, Chapter 29 and Title 68, Chapter 201) to clarify the board's legal foundation and ensure its continued operation. This change directly affects how air pollution regulation is governed in Tennessee, maintaining the board's authority to oversee emissions standards and enforcement. The bill does not create new environmental rules but preserves the existing structure for air quality management. (Note: The bill became law on March 21, 2025.)

Maddy summaryThis bill extends the Tennessee Code Commission's existence until June 30, 2033, by removing an earlier sunset date and establishing a new termination date in state law. It directly affects the commission itself, ensuring it continues its role in maintaining and updating Tennessee's state laws without automatic termination. The change applies specifically to the commission, not other government entities, and modifies two sections of Tennessee Code to reflect this extension.

Maddy summaryHB 228 extends the advisory council on workers' compensation in Tennessee until June 30, 2031, by amending Tennessee Code Annotated sections 4-29-246 and 4-29-252. The bill directly affects the existing advisory council, which provides recommendations on workers' compensation policy to the state. Key provisions include removing an outdated reference and adding a new section to formally recognize the council’s ongoing role. This procedural change ensures the council’s continued operation without altering workers’ compensation laws or benefits.

Maddy summaryHB 253 extends Tennessee's participation in the Interstate Earthquake Compact of 1988 until June 30, 2033, by adding this sunset date to Tennessee law. The bill directly affects Tennessee's ability to coordinate earthquake response efforts with other states under this multi-state agreement. Key provisions amend Tennessee Code to specify that the compact terminates on June 30, 2033, unless renewed, and align with existing sunset procedures for state entities. This is a procedural extension of an existing agreement, not a new policy. The bill became law on March 21, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 231 extends the expiration date of Tennessee's Board of Claims to June 30, 2031, by amending Tennessee Code Annotated Sections 4-29-246 and 4-29-252. This procedural bill updates the legal deadline for the Board of Claims (which handles government claims against the state) but does not change the board's duties or scope. The legislation ensures the board remains operational beyond its previous sunset date without altering its functions. The bill was enacted as Public Chapter 3 on March 21, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 239 extends the Commission on Firefighting Personnel Standards and Education in Tennessee until June 30, 2031, preventing its automatic termination under sunset laws. This bill amends specific sections of Tennessee law (Title 4, Chapters 24 and 29) to update the commission's status in state code. The extension ensures the commission can continue overseeing firefighter training standards and education programs without interruption. This affects the commission itself and the ongoing work supporting firefighter qualifications across the state.