TN HJR0550Tennessee House Joint Resolution 550 (HJR0550) is a formal statement passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor and commend Melinda Poteet Goode on her retirement. The resolution was introduced by Representatives Tandy Darby and Chris Todd, both Republicans. It passed unanimously in both the House and Senate and was signed by the Governor on April 24, 2025. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/TN/bill/HJR0550/2025?utm_source=openai))
While specific media coverage of HJR0550 is not readily available, such resolutions are typically well-received, as they recognize and celebrate the contributions of individuals to the state. The unanimous passage in both legislative chambers and the Governor's signature suggest broad bipartisan support and appreciation for Ms. Goode's service.
There is no evidence of negative media coverage or public dissent regarding HJR0550. The resolution's unanimous passage and the absence of reported opposition indicate a positive reception without controversy.
The bill HJR0550 is a resolution recognizing Melinda Poteet Goode on her retirement, which does not have any direct financial implications or regulatory effects that would benefit the sponsor, Tandy Darby. The primary personal financial interests of Darby include his roles as a farmer and business owner, particularly in crop production and various real estate and financial services. However, these interests do not intersect with the nature of the resolution, which is purely ceremonial and does not involve any legislative action that could impact Darby's financial interests. Therefore, there is minimal risk of conflict of interest as the bill does not pertain to any industry where Darby has a vested financial stake.
Unlike federal analysis based on campaign donations, state analysis examines legislators' personal financial interests — their jobs, businesses, and investments.
| Type | Description | Industry | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupation | Farmer | Crop Production | AI-researched |
| Employer | Works at Tosh Farms | — | AI-researched |
| Business Owner | Owner of Darby Farms | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | DARBY BROTHERS FARMS | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | REPURPOSE,LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Spouse Employer | UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | GREENFIELD BANKING COMPANY | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | D AND M REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS | Real Estate | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | ALPHA REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS | Real Estate | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | AKIN AND PORTER PRODUCE | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | SMP MARKETING | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | GREENFIELD LASER INDUSTRIES | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | INNOVATIVE LIVESTOCK SERVICES | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | SPIRITED INVESTORS II, LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | THE PRESERVE AT DARBY FARMS | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | 414 UNION HOLDINGS, LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | STATE OF TENNESSEE-GENERAL ASSEMBLY | Government | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | GREENFIELD BANKING COMPANY BOARD OF DIRECTORS from Jan 2016 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | GREENFIELD LASER INDUSTRIES GENERAL PARTNER from Jan 2009 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | GREENFIELD BANKING CO CD;UBS INSURED SWEEP PROGRAM;INVESCO NATL AMT-FREE MUNICIPAL BOND ETF; ISHARES NATL MUNI BOND ETF; ISHARES SHORT TERM NATL MUNI BOND ETF; VANECK LONG MUNI ETF | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | ISHARES JP MORGAN USD EMERGING MARKETS BOND ETF;MICROSOFT CORP; SPDR S&P 500 ETF TR; UNION PACIFIC CORP; VANGUARD RUSSELL 2000 ETF; ISHARES CORE MSCI EAFE ETF; ISHRES CORE MISCI EMERGING MARKETS ETF | Commercial Banks | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | VANGUARD INTL HIGH DIVID YIELD INDES FUND ETF | Securities & Investment | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | UBS BANK USA DEPOSIT ACCOUNT; ISHARES 7-10 YEAR TREAS BOND ETF; AECOM; ALPHABET INC CL C; AMAZON.COM INC; AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL INC; APPLE INC; APPLIED MATERIALS INC; BROADCOM INC; CISCO SYSTEMS INC; | Electronics Manufacturing | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | COCA-COLA CO COM; COLGATE PALMOLIVE CO; DEXCOM, INC; DIMENSIONAL US SMALL CAP ETF; EMERSON ELECTRIC CO; GOLDMAN SACHS GROUP INC; HONEYWELL INTL INC, INTUITIVE SURGICAL INC, KINDER MORGAN INC | Securities & Investment | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | MASTERCARD INC CL A; META PLATFORMS INC CL A; MICROSOFT CORP, NVDIA CORP; ORACLE CORP; PALO ALTO NETWORKS INC; QUALCOMM INC; SERVICENOW INC; SPDR S&P 500 ETF TR; TAKE-TWO INTERACTIVE SOFTWARE; | Electronics Manufacturing | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | TJX COS INC NEW; UNITEDHEALTH GROUP INC; VANGUARD SMALL CAP GROWTH ETF; VANGUARD SMALL CAP VALUE ETF; VISA INC CL A; WALMART INC; ASML HLDG NV SPON ADR; CANADIAN PAC KANS CITY LTD CAD; EATON CORP PLC | Securities & Investment | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | GQG PARTNERS EMERGING MARKETS EQUITY FUND CLASS INST; JOHNSON CTLS INTL PLC; MFS INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND CLASS 1; TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MFG CO LTD ADR; VANGUARD FTSE DEVELOPED MKT ETF; | Securities & Investment | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | BLACKROCK GLOBAL EQUITY MARKET NEUTRAL FUND CLASS 1; CALAMOS MARKET NEUTRAL INCOME FUND CLASS 1; CATALYST/MILLBURN HEDGE STRATEGY FUND CLASS 1; JPMORGAN HEDGED EQUITY FUND CLASS 1 | Commercial Banks | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | UBS INSURED SWEEP PROGRAM; BANK OF AMER CORP; DIMENSIONAL U.S. SMALL CAP ETF; VANGUARD SMALL-CAP VAULE ETF; GQG PARTNERS EMERGING MARKETS EQUITY FUND CLASS INST | Securities & Investment | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | MFS INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND CLASS 1; VANGUARD FTSE DEVELOPED MKT ETF; BLACKROCK GLOBAL EQUITY MARKET NEUTRAL FUND CLASS 1; CALAMOS MARKET NEUTRAL INCOME FUND CLASS 1; | Securities & Investment | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | CATALYST/MILLBURN HEDGE STRATEGY FUND CLASS 1; JPMORGAN HEDGED EQUITY FUND CLASS 1 | Commercial Banks | TN Ethics Commission |
| Occupation | Other, FINANCIAL ADVISOR | — | TN Ethics Commission |
Items marked "AI-researched" are generated from public sources but have not been independently verified. Verified data is sourced from official legislature websites and disclosure filings.
About This Analysis
This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Tennessee General Assembly. Conflict analysis examines the sponsor's personal financial interests for potential overlaps with the bill's subject matter.
