Feds Grant Governor’s Request for Major Disaster Declaration For Flood Relief In 56 Tennessee Counties
The federal government has approved the Governor’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration to make federal recovery assistance available to 56 county jurisdictions impacted by February’s flooding and severe storms. The following counties are included in this declaration: Bedford, Bledsoe, Blount, Campbell, Carter, Cheatham, Claiborne, Clay, Cocke, Coffee, Decatur, Dekalb, Dickson, Dyer, Fentress, Gibson, Giles, […]
Rural Republican Lawmakers Negotiate With Governor To Protect Against Possible Negative ESA Impact
As momentum builds in the House builds for the Governor’s proposed Education Savings Account legislation, rural Republican leaders are taking steps to safeguard their communities from unintended financial consequences related to House Bill 939. During discussions and negotiations with the Governor, these members were able to include an amendment to House Bill 939 that guarantees […]
Governor Lee Signs Legislation Tossing Gym Tax
This week, the Governor signed legislation that tosses the amusement tax on small gyms. House Bill 1138 eliminates the amusement tax on small gyms, fitness studios, and similar entities across Tennessee. It levels the playing field for these facilities so they can compete against their larger counterparts, which obtained an exemption from this burdensome regulation […]
House Republicans Continue To Lead On Criminal Justice Reform
Earlier this week, Republican lawmakers advanced House Bill 839 to ensure accountability and also support rehabilitation efforts for those with a strong desire to work towards prosperity. This measure creates a statewide payment plan for individuals who submit proof of their inability to pay fines, taxes, or court costs on citations and have had their […]
Republican Lawmakers Create Balance Within Community Oversight Boards
This week, House Republicans strengthened House Bill 658 by adopting a recent Conference Committee amendment that gives community oversight boards subpoena power through their local legislative body. As amended, the local legislative body must vote in support of a community oversight board’s subpoena request. Additionally, the subpoena may not be issued in the form of […]
Republican Lawmakers Pass Legislation To Protect Tennessee’s Elections From Fraud
Legislation to protect Tennessee’s elections from fraud and abuse passed the House of Representatives with strong support this week. House Bill 1079 requires a person or organization that plans to conduct a registration drive attempting to collect 100 or more voter registration forms and pays individuals to collect the voter registration forms to register with […]
House Supports Resolution Calling For New Ad Hoc Task Force On Education
This week, House lawmakers supported a Joint Resolution that creates a new Ad Hoc Task Force on Education. This House-led initiative — in partnership with the Governor and the Senate Speaker — will focus on untying the hands of our educators, students, and schools in efforts to solidify Tennessee’s future. Under House Joint Resolution 394, […]
House Republicans Successfully Guide Charter School Commission Bill Through House
This week, House Republicans passed House Bill 940 in the Tennessee House of Representatives. This initiative – which is part of the Governor’s legislative agenda this year – establishes a 9-member independent charter commission to ensure that all Tennessee charter schools can best serve the state’s student population that relies on these institutions to achieve […]
Dandridge Volunteer Fire Department Sending Out Annual Donation Letters
This is a significant year for the Dandridge Volunteer Fire Department (DVFD) and for you, residents of our primary response area. This year the department is purchasing a new fire engine to replace a 31 year old engine in our fleet. The cost to purchase the Pierce M206 Rescue-Pumper is $365,943.00. Thanks to your past […]
AEC Donates Over 250 Trees to Members
AEC provided 250 tree seedlings to the public for free. The event was part of the local Co-op’s celebration of Arbor Day and their commitment to industry standards in tree trimming, tree care and education, outlined by the National Arbor Day Foundation. Every day in communities all across America, people depend on safe, reliable electric […]
