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HB0056/SB0039: Another Unnecessary Bill in Tennessee’s Playbook of Performative Legislation

HB0056/SB0039: Another Unnecessary Bill in Tennessee’s Playbook of Performative Legislation

Tennessee lawmakers are at it again—pushing unnecessary legislation that grants powers county commissions already have. HB0056/SB0039 claims to improve accountability, but if removals are already possible, what's the real motive? Another example of performative politics.

Tennessee’s Toothless War on DEI: How HB0622 and HB0923 Prioritize Headlines Over Real Reform

Tennessee’s Toothless War on DEI: How HB0622 and HB0923 Prioritize Headlines Over Real Reform

Tennessee’s HB0622 and HB0923 claim to dismantle DEI but lack enforcement, penalties, and oversight—making them symbolic rather than effective. While Trump aggressively purges DEI, Tennessee lawmakers pass feel-good bills with no teeth. Voters must demand real action.

Cleared of All Allegations: Bill Petty Fully Exonerated in Baseless Campaign Finance Complaint

Cleared of All Allegations: Bill Petty Fully Exonerated in Baseless Campaign Finance Complaint

Williamson County Commissioner Bill Petty has been fully exonerated after a baseless campaign finance complaint failed to produce any evidence of wrongdoing. Authorities dismissed the allegations entirely.

Rep. Monty Fritts Stands Firm: A Principled Defense of the Constitution Amid Special Session Chaos

Rep. Monty Fritts Stands Firm: A Principled Defense of the Constitution Amid Special Session Chaos

Rep. Monty Fritts defends his vote against the school voucher bill, citing constitutional misalignment, fiscal irresponsibility, and rushed debate. He calls for principled governance and accountability.

Rep. Jody Barrett Condemns Tennessee’s Voucher Bill as Big-Government Overreach and a Betrayal of Rural Communities

Rep. Jody Barrett Condemns Tennessee’s Voucher Bill as Big-Government Overreach and a Betrayal of Rural Communities

Rep. Jody Barrett condemns Tennessee’s school voucher bill, calling it a costly government overreach driven by special interests. He warns it threatens rural schools, fiscal stability, and true school choice.

Williamson County Medical Center: Bylaws Are Optional, Apparently

Williamson County Medical Center: Bylaws Are Optional, Apparently

A Williamson County Commissioner has raised concerns that the hospital board is out of compliance with its own bylaws, potentially exposing taxpayers to legal risks due to improper board composition.

A Message From Tennessee State Representative Todd Warner On Today's Vote

A Message From Tennessee State Representative Todd Warner On Today's Vote

Representative Warner exposes Tennessee leadership’s corrupt tactics—silencing dissent, forcing backroom deals, and holding disaster relief hostage to pass an unpopular voucher bill. Read his powerful statement.