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Washington County lawmakers announce $3.1 million to expand local broadband, digital opportunity


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State Rep. Rebecca Alexander, R-Jonesborough, and State Rep. Tim Hicks, R-Gray, today announced more than $3.1 million in grant funding has been awarded to expand broadband availability and access to high-quality digital opportunities in Washington County. The county will receive three separate grants as part of $101.6 million in overall funding administered by the Tennessee…

Washington Co. lawmakers encourage TennCare families to utilize new diaper program


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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – State Rep. Rebecca Alexander, R-Jonesborough, and State Rep. Tim Hicks, R-Gray, are encouraging parents in Washington County to take advantage of a new diaper benefit for children under two enrolled in TennCare, Tennessee’s Medicaid program. Members of TennCare and CoverKids can now receive up to 100 free diapers per eligible child each…

Washington County lawmakers encourage residents to take advantage of tax-free weekend


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State Rep. Tim Hicks, R-Gray, and State Rep. Rebecca Alexander, R-Jonesborough, are encouraging local residents to take advantage of Tennessee’s upcoming sales tax holiday. The state’s annual back-to-school tax-free weekend is set for Friday, July 26 through Sunday, July 28. Eligible purchases include clothing and shoes valued at $100 or less, school and art supplies…

Rep. Tim Hicks passes TennCare for Working Individuals with Disabilities Act


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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – State Rep. Tim Hicks, R-Gray, closed out the 113th General Assembly marking the passage of legislation to help expand TennCare access for employed Tennesseans with disabilities. The TennCare for Working Individuals with Disabilities Act allows qualified disabled individuals to pay a premium to access Medicaid’s long-term support services if their income exceeds…

State Rep. Tim Hicks’ Capitol Report


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113th General Assembly adjourns sine die The 113th General Assembly concluded its business for the 2024 legislative session today and adjourned sine die.  The 2024 session successfully carried into law a slate of conservative policies that prioritized public safety, economic development, rural health care, education, and conservation.   “This session was the most tough on crime…

State Rep. Tim Hicks’ Capitol Report


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General Assembly passes $52.8 billion budget Budget highlights supermajority’s efforts to keep taxes low and remain fiscally conservative Members of the 113th General Assembly on Thursday fulfilled their constitutional duty with the passage of a $52.8 billion balanced budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year. This year’s budget highlights lawmakers’ continuous efforts to keep taxes…

State Rep. Tim Hicks’ Capitol Report


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Constitutional amendment gives judges more discretion for bail A proposed amendment to the Tennessee Constitution that would increase public safety by allowing bail to be denied for more violent crimes advanced out of the House Finance, Ways and Means Subcommittee this week.   House Joint Resolution 859, filed by House Speaker Cameron Sexton, R-Crossville, would…

State Rep. Tim Hicks’ Capitol Report


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Grant program for school emergency alert response systems advances Legislation that would establish a grant program for safety alert systems in Tennessee public schools advanced out of the Government Operations Committee this week. House Bill 2528, sponsored by State Rep. Ron Gant, R-Piperton, would provide $60,000 annually to assist local school districts and public charter…

State Rep. Tim Hicks’ Capitol Report


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General Assembly celebrates agriculture in Tennessee Tennessee’s annual Ag Day on the Hill was held at the State Capitol in Nashville on March 19 and featured a variety of events, exhibits, activities and livestock along with producers and exhibitors from across the state. The event coincided with National Agriculture Week. In Tennessee, agriculture-related industries employ…

State Rep. Tim Hicks’ Capitol Report


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General Assembly confirms new Tennessee Supreme Court Justice Members of the General Assembly confirmed the appointment of Mary L. Wagner to the Tennessee Supreme Court in a joint session in the House chamber on Monday.  Wagner is currently the circuit court judge for the 30th Judicial District, which covers Shelby County. She previously served as…

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