Tuesday, January 16, 2024 | 07:42pm NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Due to continued hazardous weather and travel conditions across Tennessee, including snow and ice, Governor Bill Lee has closed state offices on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. State services offered …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced the Ensuring Likeness Voice and Image Security (ELVIS) Act, a bill updating Tennessee’s Protection of Personal Rights law to include protections for songwriters, performers, and music industry …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced three more counties have been approved for FEMA’s Individual Assistance following tornadoes and severe weather that impacted West and Middle Tennessee on December 9. “As Tennessee continues to …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee released 2023 “Leading the Nation” highlights and accomplishments that have contributed to greater opportunity, security and freedom for all Tennesseans. “Tennessee is leading the nation as the best …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee presented the Education Freedom Scholarship Act of 2024, his administration’s legislative proposal to establish statewide universal school choice, alongside members of the General Assembly, Tennessee …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Governor Bill Lee and First Lady Maria Lee announced the state’s official Christmas celebrations: Christmas at the Capitol and “Heaven and Nature Sing” tours of the Tennessee Residence. “Maria and I look forward to continuing the …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced an increased Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) presence in Shelby County to support public safety efforts throughout the community. Beginning Monday, November 20, a surge of approximately 40 …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – This week, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee held the 2023 Governor’s Rural Opportunity Summit, an annual gathering focused on serving at-risk and distressed counties by engaging local leaders to develop innovative solutions to the unique …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee celebrated the groundbreaking on a Multi-Agency Law Enforcement Training Academy (MALETA) at Cockrill Bend in Nashville. The $415 million campus will include training facilities for state and local law …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – This week, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee kicked off his statewide Conservation Tour, highlighting Tennessee’s conservation strategy and celebrating recent investments in state parks, brownfield cleanup and advancement of nuclear energy. …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced that applications are now open for the Tennessee Strong Families Grant Program, which dedicates $20 million to improve access to maternal healthcare and boost critical resources for mothers, …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced that long-time legislative director, Brent Easley, will step down next month to return to the private sector. Liz Alvey will succeed Easley in the role, effective October 16. “For nearly five …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee marked the close of the special legislative session on public safety and thanked Tennesseans for engaging in continued efforts to strengthen safety across the state. Four of the Governor’s proposals …
COLLIERVILLE, Tenn. – Today, at the Sundquist family’s request, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee’s office shared that Governor Don Sundquist passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, following surgery and a short illness. He was 87 years old. Born in …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced that Southwest Airlines® will locate its newest Crew Base at Tennessee’s Nashville International Airport (BNA) starting in 2024, creating an estimated 1,300 jobs and greater opportunity for …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee issued the special session proclamation and presented the administration’s legislative and budget priorities that will go before the Tennessee General Assembly during the special session on public …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced key leadership transitions and appointments in the Governor’s office. Michael Hendrix will succeed Tony Niknejad as policy director, effective September 1, and Elizabeth Lane Johnson will …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee released his third nationwide Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) recruitment video, inviting out-of-state law enforcement officers and Tennesseans to join the ranks. The renewed effort follows two …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee invited Tennessee families to save during the state’s three-month grocery tax suspension, starting tomorrow, August 1 through October 31. This year, Gov. Lee and the General Assembly passed the …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced the conclusion of the bipartisan Financial Stimulus Accountability Group (FSAG), highlighting the group’s work to support Tennessee’s economy and ensure the responsible stewardship of federal …
