Tennessee News

Gov. Lee marks the close of special legislative session, passes full agenda

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee marked the close of the special legislative session and the successful passage of his full agenda, including the Education Freedom Act, a disaster relief package, and public safety measures to prepare Tennessee to assist in implementation of the Trump Administration’s illegal immigration policies.

Tennessee Rep. talks bill that aims to create state immigration agency

State Representative Chris Todd of Jackson was appointed chair of the House's Immigration Committee by House Speaker Cameron Sexton. Along with this committee, a new bill is being considered to potentially create a new state immigration agency to work with the federal government.