Sen. Page Walley

Maddy summarySB 1579, the "Zero Estimated Exposure Policy Act," creates a workers' compensation insurance policy for construction services providers who report having no employees and thus no workers' compensation liability. It requires these providers to give written notice to their contracting entities about the zero exposure and provide a copy of the policy, with entities retaining this documentation for three years (except for homeowners building or improving their primary residence). Providers must also sign a statement confirming no employees and zero exposure, with penalties for false claims under Tennessee law. The law takes effect on July 1, 2027.

Maddy summarySB 1693 requires business entities (like corporations, LLCs, or partnerships) that purchase or acquire residential rental properties in Tennessee to register with the Secretary of State. Starting January 1, 2027, these "institutional buyers" must submit property addresses, business contact details, and the number of rental units they own. The registration will be publicly accessible online, and failure to comply may result in a $2,000 civil penalty per violation. The bill aims to help state and local governments monitor compliance with housing standards by tracking large-scale rental property ownership.

Maddy summarySJR 612 proposes a constitutional amendment to Tennessee's Constitution, removing specific fixed dates for elections (like "the second Tuesday in November" for legislative races) and instead granting the General Assembly authority to set all election dates and procedures. This would directly affect how Tennessee schedules all state and local elections, including those for legislators, judges, and civil officers. The amendment replaces current constitutional language requiring fixed election dates with flexible language allowing the legislature to determine timing and methods. (This is a procedural resolution, not a substantive bill.)

Maddy summarySJR 622 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor Andrea Bailey Holland for her 32 years of public service in Chester County. It recognizes her roles as an administrative assistant, sheriff's department staff member, chief deputy trustee, and county commissioner, highlighting her dedication to community leadership. The resolution formally commends her work and extends well wishes for her retirement, without creating new laws or policies. As a procedural memorial, it serves solely as a respectful acknowledgment of her service.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 326 honors Tarius Johnson, a former Liberty High School football standout and current Chester County High School coach, for his induction into the Jackson-Madison County Sports Hall of Fame. The resolution, passed unanimously by the Tennessee Senate, recognizes his athletic achievements - including two TSSAA Class 3-A state football championships and an Ohio Valley Conference title - as well as his work mentoring student-athletes both on the court and in the classroom. This ceremonial resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal tribute to Johnson's contributions to sports and education.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 320 honors Analisse Willbanks, the 2025-2026 valedictorian of Adamsville High School, for her academic achievements and extracurricular involvement. The resolution, passed unanimously by the Tennessee Senate on March 5, 2026, commends her outstanding grade point average and dedication to excellence while extending well wishes for her future. This symbolic gesture directly recognizes Willbanks and her school community without creating new laws or affecting policy.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 322) honoring Noah Prater, the 2026 valedictorian of Frank Hughes School in Tennessee. It formally recognizes his academic achievements, including his high GPA and extracurricular involvement, and commends him to the Tennessee Senate. The resolution directly affects Noah Prater and his school community by publicly celebrating his accomplishments. As a non-binding resolution, it has no policy impact or legal effect - its sole purpose is to express legislative admiration.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 325) formally honors Delk's Custom Auto Body in Brownsville, Tennessee, for its 48 years of operation since 1978. It recognizes the business - owned by Ivy Delk and serving Haywood, Tipton, Fayette, Madison, Lauderdale, Crockett, and Shelby counties - as a longstanding provider of auto body services in West Tennessee. The resolution is purely ceremonial, with no new laws, funding, or policy changes attached, and was unanimously adopted by the Tennessee Senate on March 5, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 321) honors Riley Driskell, the 2025-2026 salutatorian of Adamsville High School, for his academic achievements. It formally recognizes his high grade point average, extracurricular involvement, and dedication to excellence. The resolution is purely ceremonial - it does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any policies or individuals beyond this symbolic acknowledgment. It was unanimously adopted by the Tennessee Senate on March 5, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 323) honoring Kaitlyn Smart, the 2026 Salutatorian at Frank Hughes School in Tennessee. It formally commends her academic achievements, including her high GPA and extracurricular involvement, and extends the Senate's best wishes for her future. The resolution directly affects Kaitlyn Smart as the honoree and has no binding policy impact - only symbolic recognition. As a procedural memorial, it does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any regulations. The Senate unanimously adopted it (31-0) on March 5, 2026.