(NASHVILLE, Tenn.) — The Tennessee House of Representatives has approved a measure sponsored by House Commerce Committee Chairman Timothy Hill (R-Blountville) that increases access to affordable and reliable childcare services in communities across Tennessee. House Bill 2689 was approved by a 91-0 vote Thursday morning. The measure allows for faith-based organizations to offer up to 12…

State Rep. Matthew Hill, R-Jonesborough Proposal cuts $100 million in state budget for 2020-21 fiscal year NASHVILLE, Tenn.   -  State Rep. Matthew Hill, R-Jonesborough, on Tuesday announced nonrecurring sales tax breaks aimed at helping industries in Tennessee hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. The proposal calls for a temporary sales tax exemption on the purchase of furniture, electronics,…

Proposal eliminates education saving account vouchers NASHVILLE, Tenn.   -  State Rep. Matthew Hill, R-Jonesborough, on Tuesday highlighted strategic investments that continue House Republicans’ commitment to education.  Hill, who serves as chairman of the House Finance, Ways and Means Appropriations Subcommittee, announced a revised education budget for 2020-21, which would include $68.4 million in new recurring…