Sen. Paul Bailey

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (SJR 297) congratulating the White County Fair for being named the 2025 Class A Division State Champion Fair by the Tennessee Association of Fairs. It formally recognizes the fair's leadership, staff, volunteers, and community efforts that earned this award. The resolution has no policy changes, funding, or regulatory impact - it is purely a ceremonial tribute with no direct effect on residents or operations.

Maddy summarySB 292 creates a streamlined process for commercial property owners to request immediate removal of unlawful occupants by filing a verified complaint with their county sheriff. The property owner or their authorized agent must meet specific conditions, including verifying the occupant isn't a tenant, family member, or public-access property, and that no litigation exists. Upon receiving the complaint, the sheriff must verify the owner's claim, serve an immediate vacate notice to the occupant, and restore possession. This law directly affects commercial property owners and unlawful occupants, aiming to quickly resolve unlawful occupation while limiting potential misuse through strict verification requirements.

Maddy summarySB 790 requires private special deputies in Tennessee (appointed on or after January 1, 2026) to obtain a certificate of compliance from the Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission. To qualify, they must meet standard police officer requirements and complete an approved recruit training program. The bill also mandates annual in-service training sessions to maintain this certification. This law amends Tennessee Code to establish these training and certification standards for private special deputies.

Maddy summarySB 441 (Tennessee) amends state law to clarify that a person does not commit a crime for possessing or carrying a firearm into a posted area where firearms are prohibited, provided they immediately leave the property or store the firearm in their personal vehicle upon request by an authorized person controlling access. This directly affects individuals carrying firearms in locations like businesses or events that post firearm restrictions. The key provision modifies Tennessee Code Annotated § 39-17-1359(c) to specify that compliance with such requests avoids criminal liability, aligning with existing storage rules under § 39-17-1313. The bill takes effect July 1, 2025.

Maddy summarySB 914 extends the timeframe for individuals whose handgun carry permits have been suspended or revoked to challenge that decision in court. Specifically, it changes the deadline from 30 to 45 days to petition a chancery court for review of the state safety department's final determination. The bill directly affects permit holders facing suspension or revocation, giving them more time to seek judicial review. This is a procedural change to Tennessee law (TCA Title 39) with no other substantive policy shifts. The amendment takes effect July 1, 2025.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 61 honors Emily Griffis for receiving Tennessee's Governor's Volunteer Stars Award, recognizing her community service. The resolution formally congratulates her as an exemplary volunteer and celebrates her contribution to Tennessee's community spirit. It has no legal effect or policy changes - it is a ceremonial gesture recognizing one individual's volunteer work, not a new law or funding measure. The resolution passed unanimously in the Tennessee Senate on March 27, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 60) is a ceremonial honor for John Conrad, a Tennessee volunteer recognized with the Governor's Volunteer Stars Award. It does not create new laws or policies - it solely expresses the Tennessee Senate’s formal recognition of Conrad’s community service. The resolution highlights his contributions as part of Tennessee’s 1.3 million volunteers who provide over 99 million hours of service annually. It has no direct effect on legislation, funding, or regulations, as it is purely symbolic. The Senate unanimously passed it (29-0) on March 27, 2025, to commend Conrad’s volunteer work.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 62) formally honors Cassie Kessler for receiving Tennessee's Governor's Volunteer Stars Award. It recognizes her community service as an exemplary volunteer, highlighting her contribution to Tennessee's volunteer efforts - where over 1.3 million volunteers provide $2.6 billion in annual community service. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of Kessler's work, consistent with how the state recognizes outstanding volunteers. It passed unanimously in the Tennessee Senate with no opposing votes.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 63) is a ceremonial honor recognizing Karly Anderson for receiving Tennessee's Governor's Volunteer Stars Award. It directly affects Karly Anderson by formally congratulating her for her community service contributions. The resolution contains no new laws, funding, or policy changes - its sole purpose is to publicly acknowledge her volunteer work through a symbolic Senate resolution. It does not impose requirements or alter any existing laws.

Maddy summarySB 9 removes existing restrictions that prevented hospitals and certain healthcare facilities from directly employing radiologists, pathologists, anesthesiologists, and emergency physicians. The bill amends Tennessee law (specifically Titles 47, 63, and 68) to delete provisions that previously barred such direct employment or limited it to specific arrangements. This change allows hospitals to hire these specialists directly or through third-party agreements, without requiring them to maintain prior employment structures. The law takes effect on July 1, 2025.