Maddy summaryHB 2477 extends the deadline for estates of emergency responders (including firefighters, volunteer rescue workers, and EMTs) to file death benefit claims from three years after death to three years after a court or official confirms the death occurred "in the line of duty." It also extends the appeal window for denied claims from 90 days to one year and establishes specific review processes for each responder type: the Peace Officer Standards Commission for law enforcement, the Firefighting Personnel Commission for firefighters, and the EMS Board for EMTs. These changes directly affect families seeking benefits for responders killed while performing official duties. The bill amends Tennessee Code Sections 7-51-210(c) and (e) to implement these procedural updates.
Rep. Antonio Parkinson
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Maddy summaryThis joint resolution honors Meaghan Miller, the 2026 valedictorian of Douglass High School, for her academic excellence. The bill formally commends her outstanding grade point average and participation in extracurricular activities. It directs the state to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to her as a recognition of her achievement.
Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution honors Jakiaus Cox, the 2026 valedictorian of Trezevant High School, for his outstanding academic performance. The bill formally commends his high grade point average and encourages his future success without creating new laws or funding. It is a ceremonial measure that results in a printed copy of the resolution being presented to the student as a symbol of recognition.
Maddy summaryThis bill honors Travis Collins, the 2026 Salutatorian of Douglass High School, for his academic achievements. It formally commends him for his high grade point average and participation in extracurricular activities during his high school career. The resolution expresses the General Assembly's pride in his success and wishes him well for his future.
Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution honors Vanessa M. Horner on her retirement from the Tennessee General Assembly in May 2026. The bill recognizes her long career with the state legislature, which began in 1995 after she previously worked for the Department of Correction/Youth Development starting in 1987. It formally acknowledges her professional service and expresses appreciation for her contributions to the General Assembly. The resolution is a ceremonial document intended to be presented to Ms. Horner as a gesture of respect for her years of work.
Maddy summaryThis bill honors Rickey Wright, the 2026 Salutatorian of Trezevant High School, by formally recognizing his academic achievements. The resolution commends Wright for his high grade point average and his balance of academic success with participation in extracurricular activities. It expresses the General Assembly's pride in his accomplishment and offers him well wishes for his future. This is a ceremonial measure that does not create new laws or alter existing policies.
Maddy summaryHB 2481 allows Tennessee's District Attorneys General Conference to cover software licensing fees for all district attorney offices within a judicial district. It removes the previous restriction that required the software user's position to be state-funded, meaning fees can now be paid regardless of whether the staff member's role is funded by the state, local government, or another entity. This change simplifies access to necessary technology tools for all district attorney offices across Tennessee, ensuring consistent use of software applications without funding source barriers.
Maddy summaryHB 1807 amends Tennessee law to expand rights for parents regarding death certificates. It allows a surviving parent (in addition to other "next of kin") to formally challenge a medical examiner's suicide determination for their child and request review by the state chief medical examiner. The bill also permits the other parent of a minor child (under 18) to request a copy of the child's death certificate. These changes update Tennessee Code Sections 68-3-502 and 68-3-205 to clarify parental rights in these specific circumstances.
Maddy summaryThis joint resolution honors Sha'Mya M. Johnson, the 2026 valedictorian of Craigmont High School, for her outstanding academic achievement. The bill formally commends her high grade point average and encourages her future success. It authorizes the General Assembly to present a copy of the resolution to her as a gesture of recognition.
Maddy summaryHouse Joint Resolution 1337 honors Christopher G. Covington, the 2026 Salutatorian of Craigmont High School, for his academic achievements. The resolution formally commends him for his high grade point average and participation in extracurricular activities during his high school career. This legislative measure serves as an official recognition of his academic success and does not create any new laws or policy changes.