Sen. Shane Reeves

Maddy summarySB 888 extends the deadline for notifying firefighter associations about commissioner vacancies or term expirations. It changes the timeframe from two weeks to fifteen days after a vacancy occurs (due to death, resignation, disability, or forfeiture) and requires notification no later than 30 days before an incumbent commissioner's term ends. This affects firefighter associations that recommend candidates for appointments to fill vacancies. The bill amends multiple Tennessee Code sections related to firefighter commissions but does not change the appointment process itself.

Maddy summarySB 552 extends the refund period for Medicare supplement insurance policies in Tennessee from 30 to 60 days after policy delivery. It directly affects consumers purchasing these policies by giving them more time to cancel and receive a refund if they change their mind. The bill requires insurers to prominently display this 60-day window on the first page of every policy or certificate. This change applies to all new, renewed, or amended policies issued on or after January 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 555 requires healthcare providers, clinics, facilities, and related entities in Tennessee to notify all health insurance companies they work with "as soon as practicable" if they experience a cyber-attack. This applies to any organization that contracts with insurers for patient care billing. The law mandates immediate notification to help insurers protect patient data and maintain billing systems during security incidents. It amends Tennessee health insurance codes (Titles 33, 56, 63, 68, and 71) to implement this requirement. The bill focuses solely on triggering timely communication about cyber incidents, not on preventing attacks or altering insurance coverage.

Maddy summarySJR 141 is a Tennessee legislative resolution commemorating the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War (May 7, 2025). It formally honors Vietnam War veterans, expresses gratitude for their service, and extends best wishes for their continued success. The resolution does not create new policies or affect veterans' benefits but serves as a symbolic tribute to their contributions. It was passed by both legislative chambers and signed by the governor on March 10, 2025.

Maddy summarySJR 122 is a commemorative resolution honoring Bud and Kay Mitchell for their 38 years of ownership and operation of Bud's Tire in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The resolution recognizes their service to the community, including helping thousands of families maintain safe vehicles and providing quality products at reasonable prices. It expresses the Tennessee General Assembly's appreciation for their contributions and extends best wishes for their retirement. This resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally acknowledges the Mitchells' community impact.

Maddy summarySB 424 would allow pharmacists in Tennessee to provide weight management services under existing collaborative agreements with doctors. This bill amends Tennessee laws (Title 63, Chapter 10 and Title 71, Chapter 5) to explicitly include weight management as an authorized service in these agreements. It directly affects pharmacists, enabling them to offer this support without needing separate physician authorization for each patient. The change takes effect upon becoming law, expanding patient access to weight management resources through pharmacy settings.

Maddy summarySB 432 amends Tennessee law to extend the timeframe healthcare providers must provide patient medical records from 10 to 20 working days after a written request from the patient or their authorized representative. This change directly affects patients seeking access to their own medical records and their designated representatives. The bill modifies Tennessee Code Annotated Sections 63-2-101(a)(1) and related provisions under Titles 63 and 68, which govern healthcare provider obligations. The key provision replaces "ten (10)" working days with "twenty (20)" working days in the existing legal requirement.

Maddy summarySB 423 amends Tennessee law to require employers to post pay schedule notices in three high-visibility locations instead of two. This change applies to all employers covered under multiple Tennessee employment laws (including Titles 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 39, 49, 50, and 62). The bill directly affects businesses by increasing the number of physical locations where pay day information must be displayed for employee access. It makes a straightforward, numerical adjustment to existing posting requirements without altering the substance of the notices or other employment obligations.

Maddy summarySB 878 requires Tennessee's Department of Agriculture to post its annual reports on the Tennessee Agricultural Museum's operations and its board activities on the department's website within one month of the governor's approval. This bill directly affects the Department of Agriculture and the museum by mandating public online access to these reports. The key provision is the 30-day deadline for making the reports available on the department's website, ensuring transparency without altering museum operations or funding. The bill is procedural, focusing solely on report accessibility.

Maddy summarySB 1062 amends Tennessee law by removing the obsolete reference to "January 1, 2012," from a provision about private employers' compliance with the Tennessee Lawful Employment Act for economic development incentives. It specifically deletes the phrase "On or after January 1, 2012," in TCA §50-1-707 and replaces it with "In addition." This is a technical correction to update outdated language in state code, affecting private employers seeking economic development incentives. The bill does not change any substantive requirements or create new obligations.