Sexton: State Working To Get All On TISA Same Page
While some school officials are frustrated with changes surrounding the state’s TISA funding model, House Speaker Cameron Sexton said he believes the plan has been clearly explained. Sexton said with some 130 districts in the state, getting everyone on the same page can be a challenge. Several Upper Cumberland Directors have voiced frustration or confusion […]
Governor’s Budget Hearing Complete; Sexton Said Safety Big Priority For Him
The Governor’s budget hearings wrapped up last week, beginning the process for a new state budget according to House Speaker Cameron Sexton. Governor Bill Lee fielded ideas and concerns from Tennessee departments and agencies about financial priorities in their corners of the state. Sexton said the initial process is all about the Governor’s wants and […]
357K In Grants Coming To Cumberland, Putnam County To Help With Highway Safety
House Speaker Cameron Sexton announced some $357,000 in Highway Safety Grant funding for law enforcement agencies in the district. The money will help with safety on local roadways as well as efforts to fight drunk driving. The Cumberland County Sheriffs Department will receive $55,000 for DUI enforcement. The Fairfield Glade Police will receive $50,000 for […]
House Speaker Sexton Says Next State Budget Will Increase By Two Percent
House Speaker Cameron Sexton said he anticipates a two percent increase in the state’s budget next fiscal year. Sexton updated regional leaders about the latest legislative efforts at the UCHRA Board of Directors Annual Meeting Wednesday. “The budget it is very good this year,” Sexton said. “The numbers are still up. You will still see […]
Sexton Receives Republican Support To Remain House Speaker
House Speaker Cameron Sexton nominated by the state’s House Republican Caucus to continue serving as Speaker Tuesday. Sexton was unopposed and received the approval of all Republican members in attendance during the Caucus Leadership Election at Paris Landing State Park. “It means that they believe in the last three years under my privilege to be […]
Sexton Receives Over 80 Percent Of Vote In District 25 Race
House Speaker Cameron Sexton has been reelected after a one-sided race to represent Putnam and Cumberland counties. Unofficial results show that Sexton received 82.7 percent of the vote with 19,655 total votes in his favor. “It was a great day,” Sexton said. “It means the people of my house district feel like we are leading […]
Sexton: Lawmakers Looking At Phased Approach To Restore Shared Sales Tax With Cities
House Speaker Cameron Sexton said sharing more state revenue with cities is something the General Assembly could work on in the future. The state’s new budget does not include funding to restore the historic sharing of state sales tax income with cities. Sexton said lawmakers are looking at adding the funding incrementally. “On the state […]
Future Revenue From New Titans’ Stadium Could Benefit Rural Areas
The state’s investment in a new stadium for the Tennessee Titans will benefit more than just the Nashville area. That is according to House Speaker Cameron Sexton. He said the impact to the city could have a ripple effect that spreads to the Upper Cumberland. “It opens us up to compete on a world level […]
Sexton: State Budget Includes Tax Relief For All Tennesseans
House Speaker Cameron Sexton said he believes the Senate and House has passed a good budget with over $300 million in tax relief. Sexton said that includes $80 million for a sales tax holiday on groceries for all of August, as well as, $121 million to waive vehicle tag renewal costs over the next year. […]
Sexton Including Sentencing Reform In Legislative Package
House Speaker Cameron Sexton leading legislation this session that improves transparency and truth in sentencing. Criminals would serve 100 percent of sentences for an additional 14 violent offenses. Sexton said parole will also not be possible. “We’re going to look at truth in sentencing again for aggravated, especially aggravated crimes and second-degree murder,” Sexton said. […]
