Sen. Paul Bailey

Maddy summarySJR 522 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Katherine Smith, the 2025 valedictorian of Cookeville High School, for her academic achievements. It formally commends her "outstanding academic success" and dedication through a symbolic gesture by the Tennessee General Assembly. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it serves solely as a public acknowledgment of her accomplishments. It directly recognizes Smith and her school, community, and family, with no broader impact on state laws or constituents.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution (SJR 508) formally recognizes Trooper Shane Moore's retirement after over 20 years of service with the Tennessee Highway Patrol. It highlights his career, including roles as a K9 handler (training handlers and dogs like Sumo), service in the Capitol Protection Unit, and response to the 2020 Nashville bombing. The resolution commends his dedication but has no legal effect - it serves solely as a symbolic tribute to his service to Tennessee.

Maddy summarySJR 531 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Bishop Higgins, the 2025 Salutatorian of Cumberland County High School in Tennessee. It recognizes his academic achievements, including an exemplary GPA and participation in extracurricular activities, as noted in the resolution's preamble. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it serves solely as a formal commendation from the Tennessee General Assembly. It was unanimously approved by both legislative chambers and signed by the Governor in May 2025. This is a standard recognition resolution for outstanding student achievement, not a law affecting any policies or regulations.

Maddy summarySJR 530 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Owen Brown, the 2025 valedictorian of Cumberland County High School. It formally commends his academic achievements and extracurricular involvement through a resolution adopted by the Tennessee General Assembly. The resolution has no binding legal effect - it simply recognizes Brown's accomplishments and extends well-wishes for his future. This type of resolution directly affects only the named student, Owen Brown, and serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SJR 533) honoring Molly Gauvin, the 2025 salutatorian of Van Buren High School in Tennessee. It formally commends her academic achievements, including her high GPA and extracurricular involvement, and expresses the General Assembly's admiration for her success. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it is purely symbolic recognition. It was passed by both legislative chambers and signed by the Governor on May 7, 2025.

Maddy summarySB 286 amends Tennessee law to allow certain foreign multiple employer welfare arrangements (MEWAs) composed solely of banks to be treated as domestic MEWAs under specific conditions. This directly affects bank-based MEWAs operating in Tennessee that are licensed in a neighboring state and meet five requirements: limited Tennessee enrollment (max 2,500 employees), adequate regulatory oversight by the contiguous state, and certification from Tennessee’s Insurance Commissioner. The bill establishes a certification process requiring the Commissioner’s approval and waives certain state rules for qualifying arrangements. It does not change general insurance rules but provides a pathway for bank-specific MEWAs to operate under Tennessee’s framework while maintaining solvency and consumer protections.

Maddy summarySJR 458 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Michael Gunter for his 22-year service as a mechanic with the City of Crossville. It formally recognizes his dedication, professionalism, and community involvement upon his retirement. The resolution, passed by both legislative chambers and signed by the Governor, expresses the General Assembly's appreciation and extends well-wishes for his retirement. This is a non-binding tribute with no policy changes or direct impact beyond the ceremonial recognition.

Maddy summarySJR 455 is a resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor Lanny Selby upon his retirement after 33 years of service with the Sparta Fire Department. It recognizes his professionalism, dedication to community safety, and commitment to residents of Sparta, without creating any new policies or affecting legislation. The resolution was formally adopted by both chambers and signed by the Governor on May 1, 2025, as a symbolic tribute to his career. This is a commemorative gesture with no direct policy impact or financial implications.

Maddy summarySJR 456 is a ceremonial resolution commending Baileigh Faris for her service as a legislative intern for Senator Paul Bailey and the Senate Commerce and Labor Committee during Tennessee's 2025 legislative session. It recognizes her academic achievements (political science major at Tennessee Tech), membership in honor societies, and contributions to legislative work. The resolution has no binding effect - it formally expresses the General Assembly's appreciation but creates no new laws or policy changes. It was unanimously approved by both legislative chambers and signed by the Governor on May 1, 2025.

Maddy summarySJR 454 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Upperman High School boys' basketball team for winning the 2025 TSSAA Division I, Class 3A state championship - their first title in school history. The resolution formally commends the team, coaches, and community for their 32-3 season record and championship victory over Tullahoma. As a non-binding memorial resolution (not a law), it has no policy impact beyond expressing legislative recognition. This resolution was signed by the Senate, House, and Governor on May 1, 2025.