From the Floor
Weekly Wrap, 4/18/2011
18-Apr-2011General Assembly Fights Tennessee’s Meth Problem
In a strong Republican move, the House approved HB 457—legislation that cracks down on derivatives of the deadly drug meth otherwise known as "bath salts" or "plant foods."
Weekly Wrap, 4/11/2011
11-Apr-2011Voter Photo ID Passes House
Late in the week, the House passed a major reform to our electoral system that calls for Tennesseans to present a valid photo ID in order to vote. Various public opinion polls from Tennessee show citizens overwhelmingly support the common sense measure.
Weekly Wrap, 4/4/2011
04-Apr-2011Tort Reforms Move Along in Judiciary Committee
After much discussion, the House Judiciary Subcommittee moved forward with legislation to cap damages stemming from lawsuits in Tennessee. The tort reforms will provide stability in the legal system and ensure lawsuit abuse does not become a reality in Tennessee.
Weekly Wrap, 3/21/2011
21-Mar-2011Common Sense, Conservative Education Reforms Moving Through General Assembly
Since taking office in January, the Governor has made clear his vision for wholesale reform of Tennessee’s education system. He has said student achievement should be the cornerstone of any educational initiative. Legislators agree and have stated on numerous occasions that promoting teacher excellence is one way to ensure that vision becomes a reality for Tennessee students.
Weekly Wrap, 3/14/2011
14-Mar-2011Governor Gives First State of the State Address, Outlines Ambitious Plans to Reduce, Transform Government
In a 34-minute speech that focused on reducing the size of government, balancing the budget, and reforming education, the Governor laid out a clear vision for remaking Tennessee. The Governor urged Members of the General Assembly to continue working together to find solutions for the problems voters highlighted last year.
Weekly Wrap, 3/7/2011
07-Mar-2011Health Care Freedom Act Passes General Assembly, Headed to Governor for Signature
The "Tennessee Health Care Freedom Act" passed the House this week, meaning the legislation is now on its way to the Governor for his signature. This bills passage is part of a larger effort by the Majority to not only encourage job growth, but protect the valuable jobs already in Tennessee.
Weekly Wrap, 2/28/2011
28-Feb-2011Health Freedom Act Headed to House Floor
The “Health Freedom Act” moved this week, clearing all necessary House committees, and is now scheduled for a vote on the House Floor. Republicans have championed the proposal for two years now to counter the federal health care takeover passed by Congress. House Bill 0115 provides that every person within Tennessee is free to choose or decline any mode of health care services without penalty or punishment from the government. Additionally, it ensures that Tennessee officials will be prohibited from interfering with the health care insurance decisions of every Tennessean.
Weekly Wrap, 2/14/2011
14-Feb-2011Republican leaders set legislative agenda
Republican leaders joined the Governor Thursday at a press conference to announce the specific proposals of their legislative package and detailed the priorities of the House, Senate and new Administration.