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SJR 214

Memorials, Retirement - Jeff Lyash -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Becky Massey

The resolution commends Jeff Lyash for his leadership of TVA and highlights its achievements under his tenure, including job creation, significant investments, and regional partner

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SJR 214

Summary of SJR 214 (Senate Joint Resolution 214), 114th Tennessee General Assembly

Overall purpose

SJR 214 is a commemorative resolution recognizing and honoring Jeff Lyash, the president and CEO of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), on the occasion of his retirement. The measure serves to publicly acknowledge his leadership and contributions to the TVA and the broader Tennessee Valley region.

Key provisions and changes

  • Recognition and tribute: The resolution extols Mr. Lyash for his six-year tenure as TVA president and CEO (appointed April 2019) and his more-than-40-year career in the energy sector.
  • Highlight of achievements during tenure:
    • Emphasis on TVA’s role as the nation's largest public utility, including its partnerships with approximately 153 local power companies and efforts to support regional growth.
    • Note of TVA’s financial strength, reliability, and competitive energy costs during his leadership.
    • Reported economic impact:
    • TVA delivered about $1 billion in customer relief credits in 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
    • TVA secured a $200 million rate reduction in 2021.
    • Approximately $45.9 billion in capital investment in the past five years, creating or retaining more than 326,000 jobs.
    • Investment of over $22 billion in the power system over the past decade, including $4 billion in 2024 alone.
    • More than 3,500 megawatts of new generation either under construction or online.
    • Long-term Partnership Proposal: Credit given to Lyash for advancing TVA’s Long-term Partnership Proposal, a 20-year agreement with TVA’s local power company partners, with 95% of the region’s local power companies signing onto the agreement.
    • Energy efficiency initiative: Oversaw TVA’s $1.5 billion energy efficiency program aimed at reducing costs for customers and offsetting roughly 30% of anticipated load growth over the next decade.
    • Support for nuclear energy: Positioning TVA as a national leader in advanced nuclear technologies; TVA obtained the NRC’s early site permit (in 2019) to potentially construct and operate a small modular reactor (SMR) at Clinch River site.
  • Formal enactment details:
    • The bill is a resolution, not a law, so it does not enact policy or spending; rather, it expresses appreciation and commends Lyash’s contributions.
    • The resolution becomes official upon approval by the General Assembly and the governor’s signature.

Who or what would be affected

  • Jeff Lyash: The individual specifically honored in the resolution, recognizing his leadership and retirement.
  • TVA and regional stakeholders: Indirectly acknowledged through the highlighted achievements and partnerships during Lyash’s tenure.
  • Public record and ceremonial practice: Adds an official legislative commendation to the state’s legislative history.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction and passage timeline (as recorded):
    • Introduced and sponsored in March 2025, with co-sponsorship noted.
    • Passed the Senate and referred for House consideration, then adopted on March 13, 2025.
    • Concurred in the House by a resounding vote (Ayes 94, Nays 0, PNV 0) on March 20, 2025.
    • Transmitted to the Governor for action on March 24, 2025.
    • Signed by the Governor and enacted on March 25, 2025.
  • Status: Once signed, the resolution becomes part of the official record recognizing Lyash’s retirement.

Notable details

  • The bill is a ceremonial resolution, not a statute or appropriations bill.
  • It highlights quantifiable achievements (dollar amounts, job creation, generation capacity) to illustrate TVA’s impact under Lyash’s leadership.
  • Co-sponsor: Becky Massey.

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