Sen. Paul Bailey

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Tennessee laws regarding retirement benefits for public employees who perform hazardous duties. It requires the Board of Trustees to include specific certifications about these supplemental benefits in their annual report. The change ensures that information about these special benefits is officially documented and made available to the public through existing reporting channels.

Maddy summaryThis Tennessee bill amends the city charter for Algood to allow the city to lease real, mixed, and personal property located inside or outside its boundaries. The legislation grants the city the legal authority to acquire, dispose of, and hold property in trust for the benefit of the municipality. However, these new powers will only take effect if the City of Algood's legislative body votes to approve the changes with a two-thirds majority. Until that local approval is obtained and certified, the bill has no immediate impact on the city's operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a joint resolution that formally recognizes Gary Farley on the occasion of his retirement as assistant commissioner of Fire Prevention. It honors his thirteen years of service to the State of Tennessee, including his leadership of the Fire Prevention Division and his previous roles as a firefighter and county commissioner. The resolution expresses the legislature's appreciation for his dedication and wishes him well in his future endeavors without altering any laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution honors Belinda Juan-Gaspar, the 2024 valedictorian of Monterey High School, for her outstanding academic performance and leadership. The bill formally commends her achievements, including her high grade point average and participation in extracurricular activities, and expresses good wishes for her future. Once signed into law, it authorizes the creation of a certificate to be presented to Ms. Juan-Gaspar as a recognition of her success.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution honors John Stafford, a resident of Putnam County, on the occasion of his 102nd birthday. It recognizes him as Putnam County's oldest living veteran who served during World War II and acknowledges his contributions to family and community. The bill directs the state to formally congratulate him and prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to him.

Maddy summaryThis bill honors Sherry Thurman for her thirty-five years of dedicated service to the Upper Cumberland Development District. It formally recognizes her administrative contributions, including her work supporting regional planning and workforce programs across fourteen counties in Tennessee. The resolution serves as a commendation of her career achievements and does not alter any laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution honors Emma Mayree Upton, the 2024 Salutatorian of Upperman High School, for her outstanding academic performance and extracurricular involvement. The measure formally commends her achievements and expresses the General Assembly's best wishes for her future success. Once signed into law, the resolution will be presented to Ms. Upton as a certificate of recognition.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution honors Danny Holmes for his thirteen years of service as the police chief of Baxter, Tennessee. It formally recognizes his contributions to law enforcement and community safety without creating new laws or altering government procedures. The document serves as a public commendation that will be presented to Chief Holmes to acknowledge his professional dedication and integrity.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a joint resolution that honors the retirement of Chief Michael Head of the Gainesboro Police Department. It formally recognizes his forty-one years of service to the town and county and commends his professional conduct and dedication to public safety. The resolution expresses the General Assembly's appreciation for his career achievements and wishes him well in his retirement. This document serves as a ceremonial tribute rather than establishing new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution honors Carrie Houston, the 2024 Salutatorian of Stone Memorial High School, for her outstanding academic performance. The bill formally recognizes her high grade point average and participation in extracurricular activities as a source of pride for her family, school, and community. Upon signing by the Governor, the resolution serves as an official commendation and extends best wishes for her future success.