Rep. Harold Love

Maddy summaryHB 673 requires Tennessee's Higher Education Commission to compile and report state funding data for land-grant colleges from 1987 to 2020, showing how much money each institution received per student. The report must be submitted to the state legislature by December 31, 2025, and will include all state appropriations for these schools during that period. This bill directly affects land-grant institutions by creating a detailed historical record of per-student state funding. It is a procedural measure focused on transparency, not changing current funding levels or policies.

Maddy summaryHB 536 allows nonprofit religious organizations without a physical business location to obtain a motor vehicle dealer license in Tennessee. To qualify, the organization must be state-incorporated with a valid certificate, and operate a program that donates vehicles and provides free repairs to individuals with demonstrated need for transportation to support workforce self-sufficiency. The bill amends Tennessee's motor vehicle dealer licensing rules to exempt qualifying nonprofits from the standard requirement of having an established business location. This change directly affects eligible religious nonprofits seeking to manage vehicle donation and repair services for community members in need.

Maddy summaryHB 296 requires Tennessee health insurance plans to cover speech therapy for stuttering without annual limits, prior authorization, or restrictions based on the type of stuttering. It applies to all health benefit plans that renew or issue policies on or after July 1, 2025, directly affecting insurance companies and policyholders seeking speech therapy services. The law mandates coverage for both habilitative and rehabilitative speech therapy services, including telehealth options, without visit limits or medical necessity requirements. This implementation follows requirements originally proposed in Senate Bill 231 of the 114th General Assembly.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution commends Dr. William E. Arnold, Jr., for his work in criminal justice reform and reentry programs. It recognizes his efforts as director of Tennessee's Office of Reentry - establishing the first state-funded reentry office outside corrections - and his advocacy for formerly incarcerated individuals. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally honors his contributions to justice, equity, and community empowerment in Tennessee.

Maddy summaryHB 506 requires every school operated by a Local Education Agency (LEA) or public charter school in Tennessee to ensure at least one full-time employee at each school receives annual training in seizure safety and first aid. This applies to all public and charter schools, excluding school nurses who already have specialized roles. The bill also provides legal protection: trained employees and schools won't be liable for injuries resulting from their actions unless it involves willful misconduct or gross negligence. The law takes effect on July 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 960 requires Tennessee's medical, osteopathic, and psychology licensing boards to develop and offer an optional continuing education course on maternal mental health. This affects physicians specializing in obstetrics/gynecology, pediatrics, or psychiatry, as well as certain psychologists. The course must cover screening practices, types of maternal mental health disorders, effective treatment options (including patient involvement in care plans), and when to consult a specialist versus making a referral. Successful completion of this course counts toward required continuing education for license renewal.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic House resolution (HR 75) commending Nehemiah DeMar for his work as a legislative intern supporting Representative Harold M. Love during Tennessee's 2025 legislative session. It formally recognizes his contributions to the legislative process, academic background (political science student at Tennessee State University), and dedication during the session. The resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on laws or constituents - it is purely a formal expression of appreciation. It was unanimously adopted by the Tennessee House of Representatives (96-0) and signed by the Speaker on April 8, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 425 removes a requirement that juvenile offenders submit a certified copy of a court order allowing them to drive again to the Tennessee Department of Safety within 10 days of the order's issuance. This change directly affects juvenile offenders who have had driving privileges reinstated by a court. The bill simplifies the administrative process by eliminating the strict 10-day deadline for submitting this court documentation. The law, effective April 3, 2025, streamlines the paperwork for juvenile drivers seeking to regain driving privileges.

Maddy summaryHJR 88 is a memorial resolution honoring Dr. Harold Willoughby Jordan, a pioneering Black physician and Tennessee's first Black mental health commissioner. The resolution commemorates his life, career (including his work at Meharry Medical College and Vanderbilt University), and legacy of public service, while expressing condolences to his family. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is purely a ceremonial tribute. The resolution was signed by the Governor on February 21, 2025, and formally recognizes Dr. Jordan's contributions to medicine and mental health in Tennessee.

Maddy summaryHB 992, the "Child Care Workforce Improvement Act," creates two new programs to support child care workers and early childhood educators in Tennessee. It establishes a "Child Care WAGE$ Tennessee" program providing annual payments to eligible workers (earning ≤$20/hour at licensed facilities with ≥6 months service and 10 weekly classroom hours for children ages 0-5) that adjust yearly with inflation. It also creates a child care assistance program for early childhood educators (working ≥20 hours/week at licensed facilities), covering their own child’s care at participating centers regardless of their income, with priority on waitlists for their children. Both programs begin January 1, 2026, and use existing child care improvement funds.