Sen. Mark Pody

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally recognizes and honors Roger Haley, a Murfreesboro resident, for his decades of public service and community contributions. The resolution acknowledges his military service in Vietnam, his long career as a business owner, and his two-decade tenure as City Manager of Murfreesboro, where he earned the Tennessee City Manager of the Year award. It also highlights his extensive involvement in local government boards, political campaigns, and advisory roles at the state and national levels. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of his achievements and contributions to Tennessee.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally honors and commends Jerry Beavers for his contributions to the State of Tennessee. The resolution recognizes his long-term service to his community, including his work supporting his wife's political campaigns, his participation in political protests, his career with United Parcel Service, and his involvement with the Republican Party. The measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of Beavers' dedication to public service and his role as a community leader.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a memorial resolution honoring the memory of Sally Yoho Swaney, a former legal counsel for the Tennessee General Assembly who served from 1978 to 2013. The resolution formally acknowledges her contributions to the Office of Legal Services, her role as a mentor to colleagues, and her respected position in the legislative community. It does not create new laws or policies but instead serves as an official expression of gratitude and remembrance from the state legislature. The document is intended to be presented to the family as a tribute to her life and service.

Maddy summaryThis Tennessee Senate Joint Resolution honors Master Sergeant Roderick "Roddie" W. Edmonds, a World War II veteran who was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions as a prisoner of war. The resolution recognizes Edmonds' leadership in December 1944 when he refused to identify Jewish-American prisoners to Nazi commanders, an act that saved over 200 soldiers from deportation to concentration camps. This commemorative measure formally acknowledges Edmonds' extraordinary courage and moral character, noting he is one of only five Americans recognized as Righteous Among the Nations and the sole recipient of both that honor and the Medal of Honor. The resolution serves to publicly recognize Edmonds' legacy and the values he represented during his service.

Maddy summarySJR 722 is a symbolic resolution affirming the Tennessee General Assembly's support for Israel, specifically commemorating the return of all hostages following the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks. It expresses solidarity with Israel's right to defend itself against terrorism and cites historical, economic (e.g., $95.7 million in Tennessee exports to Israel in 2025), and strategic ties between Tennessee and Israel. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal statement of legislative support.

Maddy summarySB 2252 designates cast iron cookware as Tennessee's official frontier cookware under state law. This symbolic bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated to formally recognize cast iron cookware as a representative tradition of the state's heritage. It does not create new regulations, affect taxes, or change any existing policies. The bill has passed the Tennessee Senate unanimously and is now awaiting action in the House. This designation is purely ceremonial and affects no specific individuals or businesses.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution commends the Nehemiah Alliance and its National 52 Day Rebuild Initiative, which calls for a period of prayer, fasting, and repentance across the United States. The resolution invites residents of Tennessee to participate in this initiative, which runs from September 10, 2026, to November 1, 2026, and is organized around the biblical story of Nehemiah rebuilding Jerusalem's walls. The bill designates Tennessee as a leader in this national spiritual renewal effort and encourages participants to pray for various aspects of American society, including government institutions and communities.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a joint resolution that formally honors Novamet Specialty Products Corporation for its 50th anniversary. It recognizes the company's history since its founding in 1976, its relocation to Lebanon, Tennessee in 2014, and the dedication of its long-serving employees. The resolution expresses appreciation for the company's contributions to innovation and the state's economy but does not create new laws or change any policies. It serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a legislative action with enforceable requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally recognizes the Sattler Foundation on the occasion of its tenth anniversary. The resolution honors the organization for its decade-long mission of providing Middle Tennessee students with exposure to aviation, space education, and aerospace industry opportunities through hands-on camps and STEM programs. The bill does not change laws or create new programs; instead, it serves as a commemorative acknowledgment presented to the foundation by the Tennessee General Assembly.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate joint resolution that formally recognizes and honors Michael Patrick Leahy, a Tennessee-based journalist, author, and civic educator. The resolution acknowledges his fifteen years of work in journalism, including founding The Tennessee Star, and his contributions to constitutional education through co-authoring a guide for students and creating the National Constitution Bee competition. The text does not create new laws or regulations but serves as a ceremonial tribute to his professional achievements in public discourse and civic engagement.