Tennessee

State Senators:

Marsha Blackburn (R)

Term Start: January 3, 2019

Full Name: Marsha Wedgeworth Blackburn
Date of Birth: June 6, 1952
Birthplace: Laurel, Mississippi, U.S.

Early Life and Education: Marsha Blackburn was born in Laurel, Mississippi, and grew up in a family with deep roots in Southern values. She attended Northeast Jones High School and later earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Home Economics from Mississippi State University in 1973.

Personal Life: Marsha Blackburn is married to Chuck Blackburn, and they have two children. The family resides in Brentwood, Tennessee. Known for her dedication to conservative values and her commitment to public service, Blackburn continues to work towards policies that promote economic prosperity, security, and individual freedoms.

Early Career: After graduating from college, Blackburn embarked on a career in business and marketing. She worked for various companies, including Times Mirror and Castner Knott Company, before starting her own marketing and event management business, Marketing Strategies. Her business experience provided her with insights into economic development and small business operations.

Political Career:

Tennessee Senate: Blackburn began her political career in the Tennessee State Senate, where she served from 1999 to 2003. During her tenure, she focused on issues such as fiscal responsibility, healthcare, and education reform. Blackburn was known for her strong stance against a state income tax and her efforts to promote conservative fiscal policies.
U.S. House of Representatives: In 2002, Blackburn was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Tennessee’s 7th congressional district. She served seven terms from 2003 to 2019. In the House, Blackburn focused on issues such as healthcare, energy, and telecommunications. She was a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee and was known for her advocacy of free-market policies and limited government.
U.S. Senate: In 2018, Blackburn was elected to the U.S. Senate, becoming the first woman to represent Tennessee in the Senate. She took office on January 3, 2019. As a senator, Blackburn has continued to advocate for conservative policies, emphasizing economic growth, national security, and individual liberties.

Committee Assignments:

Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
Committee on Finance
Committee on the Judiciary
Committee on Veterans’ Affairs

Legislative Achievements:

Healthcare: Blackburn has worked on legislation aimed at reducing healthcare costs and increasing access to services. She is a critic of the Affordable Care Act and supports market-based healthcare reforms.
Technology and Innovation: As a member of the Senate Commerce Committee, Blackburn has focused on issues related to technology and telecommunications. She has introduced and supported legislation to promote innovation, expand broadband access, and protect consumer data privacy.
National Security: Blackburn is a strong advocate for national security and supports robust defense spending. She has worked on legislation to enhance military readiness and support for service members and their families.
Economic Policies: Blackburn supports tax cuts and deregulation to stimulate economic growth. She was a proponent of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 and advocates for policies that reduce the regulatory burden on businesses.
Social Issues: Blackburn is known for her conservative stance on social issues. She opposes abortion and has supported various pro-life measures. She is also a strong advocate for Second Amendment rights.

Senator Blackburn is known for her dedication to healthcare reform, technology and innovation, national security, economic policies, and conservative social values. Her background in marketing and her extensive experience in the Tennessee Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives shape her legislative priorities in the U.S. Senate, where she continues to advocate for policies that benefit Tennesseans and the nation.

Committees

Commerce, Science, and Transportation: Committee plays a vital role in shaping policies that impact economic development, technological innovation, transportation systems, and scientific advancements within a country or region.

Finance: Committee plays a crucial role in shaping the economic direction of a country or region by influencing fiscal and monetary policies that impact individuals, businesses, and governments.

Judiciary: Committee plays a role in shaping the nation’s legal framework and ensuring the fair administration of justice. Its work impacts a wide range of issues, from the confirmation of judges to the protection of civil liberties and the enforcement of federal laws.

Veterans’ Affairs: Oversees veterans’ benefits, medical care, and assistance in transitioning to civilian life.

Voting patterns

Senator Blackburn, a Republican from Tennessee, has a voting record that reflects her commitment to conservative values, healthcare reform, technology and innovation, national security, and economic growth.

Key Voting Patterns:

Healthcare:

Affordable Care Act: Blackburn is a critic of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and has consistently voted to repeal and replace it. She supports market-based healthcare reforms that aim to reduce costs and increase competition.
Prescription Drug Costs: Blackburn has supported measures to lower prescription drug prices through increased market competition and transparency.

Technology and Innovation:

Broadband Expansion: Blackburn has focused on expanding broadband access, particularly in rural areas. She has supported legislation to improve broadband infrastructure and increase digital connectivity.
Data Privacy: Blackburn has worked on legislation to protect consumer data privacy and enhance cybersecurity measures. She advocates for policies that safeguard personal information and promote responsible data practices.

National Security:

Defense Spending: Blackburn is a strong advocate for robust defense spending. She supports measures that enhance military readiness and provide support for service members and their families.
Border Security: Blackburn has voted for measures to strengthen border security, including funding for border wall construction and increased border patrol personnel.

Economic Policies:

Tax Reform: Blackburn was a proponent of the “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act” of 2017, which aimed to lower taxes for individuals and businesses and stimulate economic growth. She supports tax policies that reduce the regulatory burden on businesses.
Regulatory Relief: Blackburn advocates for reducing regulatory burdens on businesses to promote economic development and job creation. She has supported legislation aimed at deregulation and streamlining government processes.

Social Issues:

Pro-Life Stance: Blackburn is known for her strong pro-life stance. She has consistently voted for legislation that restricts abortion and supports measures that protect the rights of the unborn.
Second Amendment: Blackburn is a strong advocate for Second Amendment rights. She has consistently voted against measures that would impose additional restrictions on gun ownership and supports legislation that protects the right to bear arms.
Religious Freedom: Blackburn supports policies that protect religious freedom and has voted for measures that allow individuals and organizations to exercise their religious beliefs without government interference.

Voting Rights and Election Security:

Election Integrity: Blackburn has supported measures aimed at enhancing election security and integrity. She advocates for policies that ensure fair and transparent elections and has voted against legislation she believes would undermine these principles.

Senator Blackburn’s voting record reflects her commitment to conservative principles, emphasizing fiscal responsibility, limited government intervention in healthcare, a strong national defense, and traditional social values. Her stance on environmental issues seeks to balance economic growth and energy independence with the development of renewable energy sources.

Full Name: William Francis Hagerty IV
Date of Birth: August 14, 1959
Birthplace: Gallatin, Tennessee, U.S.

Early Life and Education: Bill Hagerty was born in Gallatin, Tennessee, and raised in a family with a strong emphasis on education and public service. He attended Gallatin High School and later earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Vanderbilt University in 1981. Hagerty went on to receive his Juris Doctor from Vanderbilt Law School in 1984.

Personal Life: Bill Hagerty is married to Chrissy Hagerty, and they have four children. The family resides in Nashville, Tennessee. Known for his dedication to public service and his experience in business and diplomacy, Hagerty continues to work towards policies that promote economic prosperity, security, and opportunity for all Americans.

Early Career: After completing his education, Hagerty began his career in business and law. He worked as an associate at the Boston Consulting Group and later became a partner at the private equity firm Hagerty Peterson and Company. Hagerty also served as an economic advisor and White House Fellow under President George H.W. Bush. He co-founded the investment firm Hagerty Peterson & Company, where he gained extensive experience in finance and economic policy. He was also a member of the Board of Directors of the Tennessee Valley Authority.

Bill Hagerty (R)

Term Start: January 3, 2021

Political Career:

Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development: In 2011, Hagerty was appointed Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development by Governor Bill Haslam. In this role, he focused on attracting investment to Tennessee and promoting job creation, playing a key role in bringing numerous businesses to the state.
U.S. Ambassador to Japan: Nominated by President Donald Trump, Hagerty served as the U.S. Ambassador to Japan from 2017 to 2019. His tenure focused on strengthening U.S.-Japan economic and security relations.
U.S. Senate: In 2020, Hagerty was elected to the U.S. Senate, succeeding retiring Senator Lamar Alexander. He took office on January 3, 2021. As a senator, Hagerty has focused on issues such as economic growth, national security, and foreign policy. He is known for his conservative stance on various issues and his commitment to supporting American businesses and workers.

Committee Assignments:

Committee on Appropriations
Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs
Committee on Foreign Relations
Committee on Rules and Administration
Joint Committee on Printing

Legislative Achievements:

Economic Policies: Hagerty is a strong advocate for pro-growth economic policies. He supports tax cuts, deregulation, and policies that promote job creation and economic development.
National Security: Hagerty focuses on strengthening national security and supporting the U.S. military. He advocates for robust defense spending and policies that enhance military readiness and capabilities.
Trade and Foreign Policy: Drawing from his experience as Ambassador to Japan, Hagerty supports free and fair trade policies. He advocates for strong economic and security alliances, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region.
Healthcare: Hagerty supports market-based healthcare reforms. He advocates for policies that increase competition, reduce costs, and improve access to healthcare services.
Immigration: Hagerty supports comprehensive immigration reform that includes securing the borders, enforcing immigration laws, and providing a merit-based immigration system.

Senator Hagerty is known for his dedication to pro-growth economic policies, national security, trade and foreign policy, healthcare reform, and immigration. His background in investment banking, management consulting, and diplomacy, along with his experience in the U.S. Senate, shape his legislative priorities. He continues to advocate for policies that benefit Tennesseans and the nation.

Committees

Appropriations: Committee members manage and oversee federal budget to ensure government funds are allocated and spent properly.

Banking, Housing, and Urban Development: Committee ensures that the banking system is safe, housing is accessible, urban areas are well-developed, and consumers are protected in financial matters.

Foreign Relations: Committee plays a crucial role in shaping U.S. foreign policy, providing a check on the executive branch’s conduct of international relations, and ensuring that America’s global engagements reflect the values and interests of its citizens.

Rules and Administration: Committee ensures that the Senate functions smoothly and efficiently by overseeing its rules, administration, elections, and public access.

Joint Committee on Printing (JPC): Committee oversees the functions related to printing and the dissemination of government publications. The JCP is composed of members from both the House of Representatives and the Senate, and it plays a role in managing and overseeing the federal government’s printing needs and information dissemination practices.

Voting patterns

Senator Hagerty has a voting record that reflects his commitment to pro-growth economic policies, national security, trade and foreign policy, healthcare reform, and immigration.

Key Voting Patterns:

Economic Policies:

Tax Cuts and Deregulation: Hagerty supports policies that promote economic growth through tax cuts and deregulation. He has consistently voted for measures that reduce taxes for individuals and businesses and eliminate regulatory burdens that he believes hinder economic development and job creation.
Stimulus Measures: During the COVID-19 pandemic, Hagerty supported economic stimulus measures aimed at providing relief to individuals, families, and businesses affected by the economic downturn.

National Security:

Defense Spending: Hagerty is a strong advocate for robust defense spending. He has voted for the “National Defense Authorization Act” to ensure military readiness and support defense initiatives.
Military Support: Hagerty supports measures to enhance military capabilities and improve the quality of life for service members and their families. He advocates for policies that strengthen the U.S. military presence abroad and address emerging security threats.

Trade and Foreign Policy:

Free and Fair Trade: Drawing from his experience as U.S. Ambassador to Japan, Hagerty supports free and fair trade policies. He has voted for trade agreements that he believes benefit the U.S. economy and enhance economic and security alliances, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region.
Foreign Relations: Hagerty supports strong U.S. leadership in global affairs. He has voted for measures that promote American interests abroad and strengthen alliances with key partners.

Healthcare:

Market-Based Reforms: Hagerty advocates for market-based healthcare reforms. He has voted to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act (ACA) with alternatives that increase competition, reduce costs, and improve access to healthcare services.
Prescription Drug Costs: Hagerty supports measures to lower prescription drug prices through increased market competition and transparency.

Immigration:

Border Security: Hagerty supports comprehensive immigration reform that includes securing the borders and enforcing immigration laws. He has voted for measures to increase funding for border security and enhance the capabilities of immigration enforcement agencies.
Merit-Based Immigration: Hagerty advocates for a merit-based immigration system that prioritizes skills and contributions to the U.S. economy.

Social Issues:

Conservative Values: Hagerty upholds conservative values on social issues, including opposition to abortion and support for religious freedom. He has consistently voted for legislation that aligns with these principles.
Second Amendment: Hagerty is a strong proponent of Second Amendment rights and has voted against measures that would impose additional restrictions on gun ownership.

Senator Hagerty’s voting record reflects his commitment to conservative principles, emphasizing fiscal responsibility, limited government intervention in healthcare, a strong national defense, and traditional social values. His stance on environmental issues seeks to balance economic growth and energy independence with the development of renewable energy sources.