Farm Bureau On The Hill

With summer well underway, we find ourselves nearing a legislative benchmark of sorts — July 1st. Legislation passed by the Tennessee General Assembly has what is referred to as an “enactment date” included in the bill language. Typically, it’s either January 1, July 1, or upon receiving the Governor’s signature. Several bills passed during session have already taken effect...

Following a special session called by Bill Lee , the Tennessee General Assembly voted to redraw the state’s congressional maps. Thomas Capps and Shelby Vannoy break down the new districts and discuss what the changes could mean for the upcoming midterm elections.  

On this episode, Thomas Capps and Shelby Vannoy take you inside the 114th Tennessee General Assembly, breaking down what really mattered for farmers and rural communities. They dive into how the Tennessee Farm Bureau’s top priorities fared, highlight key wins for agriculture in the state budget, and unpack what those decisions mean on the ground. Plus, they tackle the special session called by Gov...

The end is finally in sight for this legislative session. The budget has passed both chambers and is now headed to Governor Bill Lee ’s desk. Thomas Capps and Shelby Vannoy break down what’s in the budget and highlight what it means for agriculture and rural Tennessee. Plus, they share an update on a key priority issue that’s also making its way to the governor’s desk.

Budget season is underway at the Capitol in Nashville. Thomas Capps and Shelby Vannoy provide an update on when the budget is expected to reach both chambers, along with the latest developments surrounding the Regulatory Freedom Act. They also take a look at when the legislative session is expected to adjourn.

Things are picking up speed on Capitol Hill in Nashville as lawmakers in both chambers start eyeing the finish line. There’s even talk of a “flow motion” procedure popping up soon in the House. Thomas Capps and Shelby Vannoy break down when the legislature could wrap things up and share the latest on two key priority issues for the Tennessee Farm Bureau .

This week on Farm Bureau on the Hill , Thomas Capps and Shelby Vannoy break down where Farm Bureau’s priority issues stand as lawmakers turn their attention to the budget and the final stretch of the legislative session.

On this week’s episode, Thomas Capps and Shelby Vannoy break down a busy week in Nashville, highlighting Ag Day on the Hill and Legislative Visits. They dive into where Farm Bureau’s priority issues stand and preview when the governor’s proposed amended budget is expected to be released.

This  week,  Thomas Capps   and  Shelby Vannoy   break  down  the  latest  developments  from  the  Capitol  in  Nashville .  They  discuss  the  progress  being  made  on  several  of  Tennessee Farm Bureau ’ s  priority  issues,  provide  updates  on  committee  calendars  as  the  legislative  session  moves  forward,  and  preview  what’s  ahead  for  Ag Day on the Hill   and  next  week’s  le...

On this episode, Thomas Capps and Shelby Vannoy break down the latest legislative updates from Nashville. They discuss the progress of the State Veterinarian bill, take a look at what’s ahead on the Senate Energy Committee calendar, and provide an update on where Tennessee Farm Bureau’s priority legislation currently stands this session. They also preview Ag Day on the Hill and what farmers can ex...

On this episode, Thomas Capps and Shelby Vannoy break down the latest developments at the Capitol in Nashville. They discuss Randy McNally announcing he will not seek re-election, movement on a bill concerning the state veterinarian, and budget hearings in the Tennessee House of Representatives.

On this week’s episode, Thomas Capps and Shelby Vannoy break down the latest action from the Capitol in Nashville. They dive into new developments on the Regulatory Freedom Act, unpack key bills Farm Bureau is closely watching, and preview a lighter schedule next week for the House.

On this week’s episode, Thomas Capps and Shelby Vannoy dive into the latest from the Capitol in Nashville — breaking down key bills moving through committee, unpacking new developments in the Farmland Preservation Act rulemaking process, and sharing the latest updates from the Yes on 2 campaign. Tune in to stay informed on the issues shaping our state.

On this week’s episode of Farm Bureau on the Hill , Thomas Capps and Shelby Vannoy give an instant recap of Tennessee Governor Bill Lee’s final State of the State address. Tennessee Commissioner of Agriculture Andy Holt also joins to look back on major wins for agriculture during the Lee administration and discuss how it remains a high priority heading into Governor Lee’s final year.

State lawmakers have returned to Nashville for the second half of the 114th Tennessee General Assembly. Thomas Capps and Shelby Vannoy break down what’s happened during the first few weeks of the session and highlight the Tennessee Farm Bureau’s priority issues for the months ahead.

State lawmakers have returned to Nashville for the second half of the 114th Tennessee General Assembly. Shelby Vannoy sat down with State Senator Shane Reeves of Murfreesboro, who chairs the Senate Energy, Agriculture, and Natural Resources Committee, to look ahead at the session ahead.

On this episode of Farm Bureau on The Hill we run down the new laws that are going into effect on July 1st, we give an update on what’s next for our priority issues, plus we discuss at a potential upcoming special election.

The first half of the 114th Tennessee General Assembly is officially over. Thomas Capps and Shelby Vannoy break down the highlights of this legislative session and how Tennessee Farm Bureau’s priority issues fared.

As the legislature begins what they call “flow motion” and things pick up pace, Amy Beckham and Shelby Vannoy recap a busy week in Nashville, including the passage of the 2025-2026 fiscal budget.

As the last few weeks of the first half of the 114th General Assembly come to a close, Amy Beckham and Shelby Vannoy recap this week’s activities, including a few updates on TFBF priority issues.

As the legislature starts wrapping things up, priority issues and other items of business are moving through committees and calendars quickly. Listen to this week’s episode as Amy Beckham and Shelby Vannoy highlight some of the action items which occurred this week and what to expect for the rest of session.

Lots of movement on TFBF priority issues in Nashville this week. Tune in to this episode as Amy Beckham and Shelby Vannoy discuss what happened and what to expect in the weeks ahead.

Listen to Lee Maddox and Shelby Vannoy highlight Ag Day on the Hill, an update on TFBF priority issues and much more.

With movement on three priority issues, this week’s episode dives into what happened and what you need to know. Amy Beckham and Shelby Vannoy highlight legislative visits, those priority issues and much more.

On this week’s episode of Farm Bureau On The Hill Thomas Capps and Shelby Vannoy give an update on how TFBF’s priority issues are moving through the legislature, and tell about a couple of bills of concern that folks need to keep their eye on. Plus a look ahead at what to expect for legislative visits next week.