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Photos from Spring Revue 2016

We had a wonderful afternoon honoring Ellen Lehman, Rosetta Miller-Perry and Laura Tidwell. We also had the honor of recognizing the lifetime achievements of Mary Frances Lyle.

By McDaniel, Joyce, 9 yearsMay 4, 2016 ago

Legacy of Women Campaign for the 2016 Spring Revue

Thursday April 28, 2016 – Thursday April 28, 2016 Map and Directions | Register Description: The Women’s Political Collaborative’s Annual Spring Revue honors women in the community who have had a significant and positive impact on the lives of women. As part of this event, we invite you to recognize a Read more…

By McDaniel, Joyce, 9 yearsMarch 28, 2016 ago

Legislation of Interest, January 2016

Legislation of Interest as of 01/29/2016
Prepared by Smith, Harris, and Carr.

By McDaniel, Joyce, 9 yearsJanuary 29, 2016 ago

2015 Legislative Wrap-Up

Adoption WPC worked with Sen. Haile and Rep. Faison, the sponsors of SB440/HB445 (now Public Chapter 113), which shortens the time period during which a parent can revoke the surrender of a child for adoption from 10 days to 3 days. Pre-Marital Retirement Accounts in Divorce This was TN Bar Read more…

By McDaniel, Joyce, 10 yearsMay 26, 2015 ago

Photos from Spring Revue 2016

Legacy of Women Campaign for the 2016 Spring Revue

Legislation of Interest, January 2016

2015 Legislative Wrap-Up

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