Your Tennessee General Assembly makes laws that protect the integrity of our state and defend those of us who are the most vulnerable. This time, the group in desperate need of defense is our children. A dangerous theory of thought is sweeping through our schools. You may have heard of it: Critical Race Theory (CRT).
CRT…
Improvements will elevate mansion as a historical and cultural center
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The Sumner County’s legislative delegation today announced $7.3 million has been approved by the Tennessee General Assembly for renovations and enhancements to Rock Castle State Historic Site in Hendersonville.
The 230-year-old stone mansion was built by General Daniel Smith, an American Revolutionary War hero…
Improvements will elevate mansion as a historical and cultural center
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The Sumner County’s legislative delegation today announced $7.3 million has been approved by the Tennessee General Assembly for renovations and enhancements to Rock Castle State Historic Site in Hendersonville.
The 230-year-old stone mansion was built by General Daniel Smith, an American Revolutionary War hero…
Nashville, Tenn. – House Republican Majority Whip Johnny Garrett, R-Goodlettsville, and Senate Judiciary Chairman Mike Bell, R-Riceville, are proposing legislation that protects Tennesseans’ right to privacy and returns control of personal information back to consumers.
The Tennessee Information Protection Act requires large technology companies to fully disclose to consumers what information is being collected about them…
$39.45 billion budget addresses shortfalls, Covid-19
I am sure I am not alone in wondering how the world we thought we knew has changed so much so quickly in the last few months. I do not presume to have all the answers, but I can share with you what I do know.
Our great nation and our…
Representative Hill (Blountville) Sent A Washington State Senator A Deck of Cards and Letter
As many of you have probably heard, a Washington State Senator recently made demeaning comments towards nurses saying they “probably spend a considerable amount of time sitting around playing cards”. I don’t know about you, but I’ve never met a nurse who…
Happy Easter!
HE is Risen! Death could not hold HIM. Rejoice in the resurrection of Jesus Christ!
WISHING YOU A BLESSED AND JOY FILLED EASTER!
Education Savings Accounts
Since the introduction of House Bill 939, my office has heard from a lot of you. I am so grateful to have constituents that are willing to reach out on any…
StepParent Bill, House Bill 674
The Judiciary Committee heard from me several times on Wednesday, as introduced, House Bill 674 revises various provisions related to stepparent visitation. My stepparent bill is one that I am personally advocating as I believe this is a step in the right direction for families in our state. In Tennessee, a…
The Garrett’s go to Washington
On Thursday, I had the opportunity to watch as my son laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. While at this moving ceremony, the experience is one that I wish all could experience. We owe our freedoms in this country to the men…
(NASHVILLE, Tenn.) — State Representative Johnny Garrett (R-Goodlettsville) has officially passed his first bill as a member of the Tennessee General Assembly and the House Republican Caucus.
As introduced, House Bill 392/Senate Bill 76 authorizes local governments to house certain documents, like wills and marriage licenses, in county archives or facilities that are secure from theft…