The Tennessee State Senate convened on January 28, 2025, with 31 members present, establishing a quorum as per the state constitution. The session began with Leader Johnson moving for Senate Bills 6001 through 6007 to pass second consideration and be referred to the appropriate standing committees. The motion was approved without objection.

Following this, Leader Johnson introduced Senate Joint Resolutions 6001 through 6003, which were also passed on first consideration and held on the clerk's desk without objection.

The session then shifted to a moment of remembrance led by Senator Bailey, who addressed the unexpected passing of former Senator Frank Nicely's daughter, Rachel Nicely, at the age of 44, leaving behind four children. Members stood for a moment of silence in her honor, followed by a prayer for the Nicely family.

Senator Briggs then highlighted the significance of the week, marking the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. He urged members to remember the over one million Jews who lost their lives there, leading to another moment of silence and a prayer reflecting on the horrors of Nazism.

Senator Pote took the floor to acknowledge the work of child advocacy centers, specifically mentioning a recent tour he had with Dawn Harper, the director of a center in Davidson County. He encouraged fellow members to visit child advocacy centers in their districts to understand their vital work.

Senator Lamar reminded members of the Capital's Closet event scheduled for noon on the 8th floor, a clothing drive supporting female interns, marking its seventh year.

The session concluded with no further unfinished business or reports from committees, and Chairman Watson was recognized for statements. Overall, the meeting emphasized remembrance, community support, and legislative responsibilities.