Rep. Michael Hale

Maddy summaryHB 2268 amends Tennessee law to allow state employee child care programs to operate in office buildings leased by the state, not just those owned by the state. This change directly affects state employees who rely on on-site or nearby child care options while working at state agencies. The key provision modifies Section 8-50-1301(b) of Tennessee Code by replacing "state-owned office buildings" with "state-owned or leased office buildings," expanding where such programs can be located. The bill does not alter funding or eligibility but simplifies access to child care facilities within state workplaces.

Maddy summaryHB 47 allows Tennessee public schools and charter schools to display specific historical documents - including the Ten Commandments, U.S. Constitution, Declaration of Independence, and Tennessee Constitution - in prominent school areas like entryways or cafeterias. It permits local school boards to choose which documents to display, their size, and placement, while encouraging free wall posters or printed materials. The bill directly affects all public schools in Tennessee by authorizing this display for educational purposes related to historical significance. It does not require schools to display any documents, nor does it alter curriculum content. The bill is currently pending in the Education Committee.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a joint resolution that formally recognizes and honors Jackie Wilkerson as he retires from his role as Tennessee District Secretary for the United Pentecostal Church. The measure highlights his forty-one years of service to the church, including his previous work as a pastor and district presbyter, and acknowledges his contributions to the community. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change existing policies but serves solely as a ceremonial tribute to his career. Upon passage, the resolution will be signed by the Governor and a copy may be presented to Mr. Wilkerson.

Maddy summaryThis bill honors Anthony Fuller, a student from Gordonsville High School, for being named a Top Ten Senior in the 2026 graduating class. The resolution formally commends his academic achievements and extracurricular involvement, recognizing his high grade point average and dedication to excellence. A copy of the resolution will be prepared and presented to Anthony Fuller as a gesture of appreciation for his accomplishments. The measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of his success.

Maddy summaryHouse Joint Resolution 1525 is a commemorative measure that honors Elijah Hall, a student at Gordonsville High School in Tennessee. The resolution formally recognizes him as a 2026 Top Ten Senior for his academic achievements and extracurricular involvement. This type of bill does not create new laws or policies but serves to publicly acknowledge the student's accomplishments and express the General Assembly's support for his future success.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution honors Jordyn Brown, the 2026 Salutatorian at Gordonsville High School, for her academic excellence and extracurricular involvement. The bill formally commends her high school achievements and expresses good wishes for her future success. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a ceremonial recognition of a specific student's accomplishments.

Maddy summaryHouse Joint Resolution 1526 honors Lucian Carrick, a student at Gordonsville High School, for being named a 2026 Top Ten Senior. The resolution formally commends his academic achievements and expresses good wishes for his future. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of his accomplishments.

Maddy summaryThis bill honors Eliana Symoens, a student from Gordonsville High School, for being named a Top Ten Senior in the 2026 graduating class. The resolution formally commends her academic achievements and extracurricular involvement, acknowledging her high grade point average and dedication to excellence. It directs the state to prepare and present a copy of this resolution to the student as a gesture of recognition.

Maddy summaryThis House Joint Resolution honors Madeline Ward, a student at Gordonsville High School in Tennessee. It formally recognizes her achievement as a 2026 Top Ten Senior and commends her academic success. The resolution directs the General Assembly to prepare a copy of the document for presentation to the student upon request.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution honors Kaitlyn Bogle, a student from Gordonsville High School, for being named a 2026 Top Ten Senior. The measure formally commends her academic achievements and expresses the General Assembly's best wishes for her future. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a ceremonial tribute to recognize her accomplishments.