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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 […]Apr 16, 2026
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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.Apr 9, 2026
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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 […]Apr 2, 2026
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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.Mar 26, 2026
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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.Mar 19, 2026
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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 legislative visits.Mar 12, 2026
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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 […]Mar 5, 2026
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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.Feb 26, 2026
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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.Feb 19, 2026
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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 […]Feb 12, 2026
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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 […]Feb 5, 2026
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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.Jan 23, 2026
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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.Jan 15, 2026
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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.Jun 26, 2025