Sen. Kerry Roberts

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution honors Pastor Robert Gardner on his sixty-second birthday by formally recognizing his contributions to his community. The document highlights his twenty-two years of service as a pastor at Faith Church International, his founding of the Master's Table Soup Kitchen, and his thirty-year tenure as director of the Springfield Electric Department. It also acknowledges his long-standing marriage and personal achievements, including his educational background in electrical engineering and business administration. Ultimately, the bill serves as a ceremonial tribute rather than establishing new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution congratulates H.G. Hill Pleasant View, a local grocery store in Tennessee, for winning a National Award for Merchandising at the National Grocers Association Show. The measure formally recognizes the business's summer campaign featuring The Peach Truck peaches, which was praised for its community focus and local flavor. By passing this resolution, the state legislature acknowledges the store's role as a supportive community partner that enhances the local economy. The document serves as a ceremonial tribute rather than establishing new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill would allow non-resident property owners in Dickson County to vote in local elections for the town of White Bluff, provided they own at least half of a property within the town that is at least 5,000 square feet. The law requires these voters to register and show registration receipts like any other voter. However, the bill includes a condition that it will only take effect if the White Bluff town council approves it with a two-thirds vote. This change modifies existing state laws governing voter eligibility for that specific municipality.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes changes to how Ashland City, Tennessee elects its mayor and council members, requiring the mayor to be voted on by all town residents while council members are elected by voters in their specific wards. The legislation mandates that all future elections for these positions be nonpartisan and establishes a staggered four-year term system for both offices starting in 2026. Key provisions include rules for handling tied votes, where the existing council would select the winner if candidates receive equal votes, and a stricter definition of what constitutes a vacancy in office. The bill also requires approval by a two-thirds vote of the town's legislative body before taking effect and protects current officials from losing their positions or salary before their terms end.

Maddy summarySB 2696 amends an existing 1997 law to change how Cheatham County's $7,500 development impact fee (known as the Cheatham County Development Tax) is allocated. The bill requires 46.67% of the fee ($3,500) to fund the general education debt service, another 46.67% ($3,500) to a dedicated fund for school building construction and renovation, and 6.66% ($500) for highway and public works projects. This reallocation applies only to new developments subject to the fee and requires approval by a two-thirds vote of Cheatham County's legislative body. The bill does not create new taxes but modifies the distribution of an existing fee.

Maddy summarySB 2697 would amend Springfield's city charter to allow relatives of city employees to be hired in departments *other than* the employee's department, while maintaining existing bans on hiring relatives of elected officials or city managers. This change would directly affect Springfield city employees and their relatives, as well as the city's hiring practices. The bill requires Springfield's city council to approve the change by a two-thirds vote before it takes effect. If approved, it would modify the current "nepotism" rule that previously prohibited hiring relatives in the same department.

Maddy summarySB 2695 would reorganize Cheatham County's school governance by creating seven school districts (up from six) for the 2032 election cycle. Each district would elect one board member, increasing the total board size from six to seven members. The bill requires approval by Cheatham County's legislative body before implementation and ensures current board members serve out their terms while a new member is elected in 2032 to fill the additional seat. This change directly affects Cheatham County residents by altering local school board election structures and representation.

Maddy summarySB 2700 increases the monthly salary for Greenbrier city aldermen from $120 to $300, effective after the current term ends for sitting officials. It replaces specific purchasing limits in Greenbrier's charter with requirements to follow state law, streamlining procurement rules. The bill requires a two-thirds vote approval by Greenbrier's city council to take effect. This change directly affects Greenbrier's local government operations and the compensation of its elected city council members.

Maddy summarySB 1566 creates the Humphreys County Water Authority to manage water and wastewater systems for Humphreys County and the surrounding region, including the cities of Waverly, McEwen, and New Johnsonville. The authority, established as a public governmental body, will plan, operate, and finance water infrastructure under a five-member board appointed by the county executive and the mayors of the three cities. Key provisions define the authority's structure, including board composition (two county-appointed members, one from each city), and clarify terms like "System" (water/wastewater infrastructure) and "Participating governmental entity" (cities or entities transferring systems to the authority). This bill directly affects residents of Humphreys County and the three named cities by centralizing water system management under a new public entity.

Maddy summarySB 2650 requires Tennessee's attorney general to notify crime victims about escrow accounts holding funds for civil judgments using email, phone calls, and text messages - beyond just direct in-person or mail contact. This change directly affects victims in civil cases where compensation may be available through court-ordered escrow funds. The bill amends specific sections of Tennessee law (Titles 29, 36, 37, 39, and 40) to update notification methods, ensuring victims receive timely information through multiple accessible channels. It focuses on procedural clarity without altering eligibility or funding amounts for victims.