(NASHVILLE) — This week, Republican lawmakers passed legislation sponsored by State Representative John Crawford (R-Kingsport) that permits licensed team physicians to practice sports medicine in Tennessee under the guidelines established by the state. House Bill 952, also known as the Visiting Sports Team Act, was initiated by the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine. It allows…

(NASHVILLE) – This week, Republican lawmakers passed legislation sponsored by State Representative Jay Reedy (R-Erin) that establishes a strong foundation for the rights of Tennessee’s educators. House Bill 174, also known as the Teacher’s Bill of Rights, is supported by the Professional Educators of Tennessee. The legislation ensures that licensed educators in our state are treated…

(NASHVILLE) — This week, House Republicans passed legislation sponsored by State Representative David Byrd (R-Waynesboro) that helps Tennessee students learn the principles of freedom in our nation’s founding documents. House Bill 287 designates the week of September 17 as “Celebrate Freedom Week” in Tennessee public schools. The week-long celebration that coincides with Constitution Day each September…

(NASHVILLE) — Republican lawmakers have unanimously passed legislation sponsored by State Representative Mary Littleton (R-Dickson) and Senator Mike Bell (R-Riceville) that creates additional protection against child predators. Communities across Tennessee already rely on the state’s sex offender registry to track and monitor convicted offenders who have moved into permanent or secondary residences upon release from prison. House…

(NASHVILLE) — Republican lawmakers have advanced legislation sponsored by State Representative Paul Sherrell (R-Sparta) that demonstrates their commitment and support for Tennessee’s true volunteers. House Bill 268 will help more than 14,000 volunteer firefighters and 3,800 members of volunteer rescue squads across our state by covering the cost of their vehicle registration fees. The measure will…