“She has zero experience in school administration, as you saw from her resume. She’s not qualified to teach,” said John Ray Clemmons (D-Nashville).
Sledding and bill writing: Tennessee lawmakers say they’re working from home this snowy week
This week’s snow not only warranted schools shutting down, but also the state capitol. But lawmakers say they’ve still been working — from home.
FEMA’s deadline for December tornado relief is less than a month away
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has approved and dispersed up to $2 million so far from damage caused by tornadoes that struck Middle Tennessee in December. The deadline for enrollment is Feb. 12.
Tennessee Democrats say limiting debate and public access is an unnecessary move by Republican Supermajority
Members of the public were met with resistance when trying to enter one of two balconies; Democratic members were singled out for talking too much; and the Republican Speaker was given new powers to set time limits on debates.
New House rules for Tennessee’s legislative session could limit speech and silence lawmakers for speaking off topic
Each year, lawmakers vote on a rules package that lays out the policies and procedures that must be followed. In the past, approving rules was not contentious, for the most part. But the current leadership has made several changes limiting speech on the Tennessee House floor.
New Tennessee House policy limits public access to gallery, raises concerns
The Tennessee General Assembly began its 2024 legislative session Tuesday. In the House, new procedures were put in place that limit the public’s access to floor hearings.
A lawsuit involving a former Tennessee lawmaker raises questions about a current one
A Davidson County judge ruled that the Tennessee General Assembly does not have to release files related to sexual harassment complaints against state lawmakers.
Tennessee Senate Speaker Randy McNally to miss first weeks of session
Following doctor’s orders, Tennessee Senate Speaker Randy McNally will miss the first few weeks of the legislative session while he recovers from ankle surgery. Second-in-line Sen. Ferrell Haile will preside over floor sessions.
Here are 10 Tennessee laws taking effect in 2024 that you may have missed
As always Jan. 1, new laws took effect, at the start of the new year.
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