Sen. Page Walley

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors Tinslee Brewer, the 2026 Salutatorian of Collinwood High School, for her academic achievements. The bill formally recognizes her high grade point average and academic success while she participated in extracurricular activities during high school. It directs the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to the student, excluding the final clause. The measure is a commemorative resolution with no policy changes or budgetary impact.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution honors Zali Daniels, the 2026 Valedictorian of Collinwood High School, for her academic excellence. The resolution formally commends her outstanding grade point average and achievements in extracurricular activities during her high school career. It directs the preparation of a copy of the resolution for presentation to the student, excluding the final clause. This legislative action serves as an official recognition of her academic success within the Tennessee state government.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SJR 716) honoring Thomas Vandiver, a Bolivar, Tennessee educator, contractor, and community volunteer who served in the Tennessee National Guard. The resolution formally recognizes his life, public service, and dedication to family and community, and expresses condolences to his surviving family members. It was unanimously passed by both legislative chambers and is now enacted as a ceremonial tribute with no policy or legal impact.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Joint Resolution (SJR 827) is a non-binding memorial honoring Emmett L. Bolyard, a Bolivar, Tennessee firefighter who served over 60 years (1964-2025), including as Bolivar’s first paid firefighter and later as assistant chief. It recognizes his career with the Bolivar Fire Department, his volunteer work with Hardeman County ambulance services, and his community service. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the Tennessee Senate (32-0) and House (93-0) in March 2026, expressing condolences to his family and commemorating his legacy. It does not create new laws or affect any policies.

Maddy summarySJR 825 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Cooper Thompson, the 2026 valedictorian of Chester County High School. It recognizes his academic achievements, including a 99.836 GPA, extracurricular involvement in sports, and plans to study science at Freed-Hardeman University. The resolution expresses the Tennessee General Assembly's commendation for his "diligent study" and "outstanding academic success" through a formal expression of praise. As a joint resolution, it has no legal effect and does not create new policies or affect any group or individual beyond this symbolic recognition.

Maddy summarySJR 826 is a symbolic resolution passed unanimously by Tennessee's General Assembly to honor Rushil Patel, the 2026 salutatorian of Chester County High School, for his academic achievements including a 99.319 GPA and plans to study biology at the University of North Alabama. The resolution formally commends Patel's dedication, extracurricular involvement, and future academic goals, extending best wishes for his success. As a commemorative resolution (not a law), it has no legal effect but serves as a public recognition of his accomplishments.

Maddy summarySB 1643 requires Tennessee's Department of Education to submit an annual report to the General Assembly about the Education Freedom Scholarship Program. The report must include specific details for each scholarship recipient, such as their county of residence, previous and current schools, grade level, household income, and program costs (including administrative expenses and scholarships awarded). The department must submit the first report by June 1, 2026, for the 2025-2026 school year, and annually thereafter by October 1. The bill ensures reports exclude personally identifiable student information. This bill directly affects the Department of Education's reporting obligations and provides transparency for lawmakers regarding program participation and spending.

Maddy summarySB 1471 requires retail food stores and restaurants to clearly tell customers whether fish is imported and whether it is farm-raised or wild. This applies to whole fish or seafood items sold directly to consumers (not fish used in processed foods like canned products). Businesses must display this information using visible labels, signs, or markings at the point of sale, with specific size and placement requirements. Violations could result in escalating fines, starting at $100 for a second offense. The bill directly affects food retailers and restaurants selling fresh fish in Tennessee.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SJR 835) honoring the late Jonathan Kerry Blackwood, a former Tennessee judge and public servant. It formally recognizes his 30-year career serving as a circuit judge and senior judge across Tennessee's judicial districts, his legal background, and his dedication to public service. The resolution extends condolences to his family and commemorates his legacy of integrity and commitment to his community. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on citizens or legislation.

Maddy summarySJR 829 is a symbolic memorial resolution honoring Wayne Alexander Maxedon, a Selmer, Tennessee public servant and longtime basketball coach at Selmer Middle School. The resolution commemorates his life, noting his community work, family devotion, and service as a Tennessee Volunteers fan and PIKE fraternity member. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely serves to honor his memory and extend condolences to his family. The resolution passed unanimously in the Senate and is now moving to the House for concurrence.