Republican Rep. David Byrd missed entire session because of COVID-19 The Citizen 5 years ago The Waynesboro Republican missed the entire legislative session this year as he battled COVID-19. Source: The Daily News Share this: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Despite rise in COVID-19 cases, dozens of Republican lawmakers continue to refuse to wear masks during special sessionDateAugust 12, 2020In relation toLascassasTennessee's special legislative session on COVID-19 comes with a six-figure price tagDateNovember 17, 2021In relation toLascassasTennessee Republicans set Oct. 27 as tentative date for special session tackling COVID-19 restrictionsDateOctober 7, 2021In relation toLascassas