Monday, August 30, 2021 | 03:15pm NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee appointed Ryan Spitzer to serve as circuit court judge for the 7th Judicial District to fill the Honorable Donald R. Elledge’s vacancy, effective immediately. “Ryan is …
Thursday, August 26, 2021 | 12:41pm NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Deputy Governor and General Counsel Lang Wiseman announced his intent to return to the private sector. Wiseman was appointed to Gov. Lee's cabinet in 2019 and will remain on board to assist …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed Executive Order 84 to give parents the ability to opt their child out of a local mask mandate enacted by a school or health board. Gov. Lee’s remarks as prepared for delivery are below: Thanks …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced key appointments to the Board of Parole and judicial positions across the state. “It’s an honor to announce the appointment of eight qualified Tennesseans who will each bring valuable …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Governor Bill Lee and the Tennessee Department of Education announced the districts and schools earning the 2020-21 Tennessee Excellence in Civics Education and unveiled the Governor’s Civics Seal at McConnell Elementary in …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and Education Commissioner Penny Schwinn announced the Spring 2021 Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) state-level results. This is the first set of state-level data related to student …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee convened the Law Enforcement Training Advisory Council to discuss progress on improving information sharing and increasing officer training, amid a national surge in violent crime. “As we continue to …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Over the weekend, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee traveled to the U.S. Southern Border to meet with Tennessee National Guards troops and receive briefings regarding the skyrocketing rate of illegal crossings and criminal activities. “ …
Thursday, July 08, 2021 | 02:10pm NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced he will travel to the U.S. Southern border this weekend to meet with Tennessee National Guard troops and evaluate needs in securing the border. “The men and …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) Commissioner Clarence H. Carter recognized the passage of the TANF Opportunity Act (HB142 / SB751) by the Tennessee General Assembly. This …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee unveiled three limited-edition posters highlighting each Tennessee grand division to celebrate 225 years of statehood. Tennesseans are invited to share an untold story and request a poster at www. …
Country Music Fans Invited to Break Attendance Record at July 31 Concert Wednesday, June 16, 2021 | 06:46am NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee invited country music fans to set a new Nissan Stadium attendance record at Garth Brooks’ …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced two judicial appointments. “I am proud to announce the appointment of these highly qualified individuals and value the experience they will bring to their respective roles,” said Gov. Lee. “I’ …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds joined with U. S. Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) in calling for a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing regarding the crisis at the Southern border and the ensuing flow of …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced a plan to complete major infrastructure investments at the Memphis Regional Megasite, as well as efforts to address workforce and quality of life in the region. “The Memphis Regional Megasite …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee released “Home,” a video featuring Dolly Parton that invites Tennesseans across the state to celebrate 225 years of statehood beginning June 1, 2021. “Dolly is a Tennessee treasure, and I’m thankful she …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee is traveling to Memphis to assess progress on the Hernando de Soto bridge repair, meet with Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson and address the need for immediate federal action on infrastructure. “We are …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced he will kick off Tennessee’s yearlong celebration commemorating 225 years of statehood with a special musical appearance by Country Hall of Fame members The Oak Ridge Boys in downtown …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced a new series of partnerships to fight human trafficking in Tennessee. According to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, human trafficking is a demand-driven crime that involves exploiting a …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced the end of all federally funded pandemic unemployment compensation programs in Tennessee, effective July 3. “We will no longer participate in federal pandemic unemployment programs because …
