Sen. Paul Bailey

Maddy summarySB 408 changes Tennessee law to ensure school bus contractors are held accountable for accidents during school transportation. It prohibits school boards or local governments from extending legal immunity to contractors (instead of the actual bus owners/operators) and requires contracts to include liability insurance meeting state law standards. The bill allows school boards to verify coverage through an insurance certificate listing them as an "additional insured," ensuring they can seek compensation if accidents occur. This directly affects local school boards and independent school bus contractors by shifting liability responsibility and clarifying insurance requirements.

Maddy summarySB 606 (now Public Chapter 339) sets specific fee limits for copying medical records in Tennessee. It caps paper copy costs at $25 for 5 pages or less (50¢ per page after), and electronic copies at $5 for 10 pages or less (25¢ per page after). The bill directly affects patients, healthcare providers, and third-party record release companies by limiting charges for both paper and electronic records. Key provisions include flat $20 fees for certification/notarization and $20-$25 caps for radiology images, while ensuring records are provided electronically upon request unless not maintained digitally. The law takes effect July 1, 2025.

Maddy summarySenate Joint Resolution 524 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor Logan Montgomery, the 2025 salutatorian of Monterey High School, for his academic achievements and extracurricular involvement. The resolution recognizes his high grade point average, diligent study habits, and participation in school activities, commending him as an exemplary student. It expresses the legislature's admiration for his dedication and extends best wishes for his future success, without creating any legal obligations or policy changes. This symbolic gesture directly affects Logan Montgomery and his school community through public recognition.

Maddy summarySJR 523 is a Tennessee legislative resolution honoring Landon Brown, the 2025 salutatorian of Cookeville High School, for his academic achievements. The resolution formally commends his dedication to excellence, high grade point average, and extracurricular involvement, expressing the legislature's admiration for his accomplishments. It does not create legal requirements or policy changes - instead, it serves as a non-binding expression of recognition from the General Assembly. The resolution was unanimously passed by both chambers and signed by the Governor on May 7, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SJR 525) honoring Madison Smith, the 2025 valedictorian of Monterey High School in Tennessee. The resolution formally commends her academic achievements, including her high GPA and extracurricular involvement, as recognized by the Tennessee General Assembly. It does not create new laws or affect any policies or individuals beyond this symbolic recognition. The resolution was passed by both chambers and signed by the Governor on May 7, 2025.

Maddy summarySJR 532 is a formal resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor Jaden Brymer, the 2025 valedictorian of Van Buren High School, for his academic achievements and extracurricular involvement. It recognizes his high grade point average, dedication to studies, and participation in school activities as exemplary. The resolution, signed by the Governor on May 7, 2025, expresses the Assembly's commendation but does not create legal requirements or policy changes. It serves solely as a symbolic tribute to Brymer's accomplishments.

Maddy summarySJR 528 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Kayden Hornberger, the 2025 Salutatorian of Stone Memorial High School in Tennessee. It recognizes his academic achievements, including his high grade point average and participation in extracurricular activities, and commends him for his dedication to excellence. As a non-binding resolution, it has no legal effect or policy impact - it serves solely as a symbolic expression of appreciation from the Tennessee General Assembly. The resolution was formally adopted by both legislative chambers and signed by the Governor in May 2025.

Maddy summarySJR 526 is a commemorative resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor Emma Conley, the 2025 Salutatorian of Upperman High School, for her academic achievements. The resolution recognizes her exemplary grade point average, participation in extracurricular activities, and dedication to academic excellence during her high school career. Signed by the Governor on May 7, 2025, it formally commends her accomplishments and extends well wishes for her future success. This symbolic resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of her achievements.

Maddy summarySJR 529 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Camdyn Holbrook, the 2025 valedictorian of Stone Memorial High School in Tennessee. It recognizes her academic achievements, including her high GPA and extracurricular involvement, and commends her for her dedication to excellence. The resolution, passed by the Tennessee General Assembly and signed by the Governor, serves solely as a symbolic tribute with no legal effect or policy changes. It directly affects Camdyn Holbrook by publicly acknowledging her accomplishments. This is a standard non-binding honorific resolution with no impact on state laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends Cosby King, the 2025 valedictorian of Upperman High School, for his academic achievements. It directly honors one student - Cosby King - recognizing his high school accomplishments, including his grade point average and extracurricular involvement. The resolution is ceremonial and has no legal effect or policy changes; it simply expresses the General Assembly's praise. It was enacted after approval by both legislative chambers and the Governor.