Most public schools in the state will start this August, shortly before a special session on gun reform starts. That has some advocates speculating that Gov. Bill Lee had that in mind when he selected Aug. 21.
After expulsions, Tennessee Democrats are relishing new momentum, while Republicans retreat
The world now knows them as the Tennessee Three. But just a few weeks ago, not many people outside of the state knew of Democratic Reps. Justin Jones, Justin J. Pearson and Gloria Johnson.
Gov. Bill Lee, in pivot, to sign order strengthening background checks, calls for red flag law
Gov. Bill Lee is calling on the Tennessee legislature to pass a law that would restrict people who pose a threat to themselves or others from having access to guns. But while he is the chief of command in the state, if lawmakers aren’t on board, it won’t happen.
As thousands of students flock to the capitol demanding gun control, Republican leaders remain skeptical of red flag laws
Thousands of people rallied outside Tennessee’s capitol building on Monday demanding stronger gun laws, while inside Republican leaders largely avoided talk of new restrictions on firearms.
House Speaker threatens expulsion for three lawmakers over protest participation
Parents and children held signs and shouted chants during a large protest at the Tennessee capitol last week following a deadly school shooting. And while no one was arrested or injured, Republican House Speaker Cameron Sexton is comparing the demonstration to the Jan. 6 insurrection.
Tensions high at the Tennessee Capitol as hundreds protest for more gun restrictions
Well over 1,000 people gathered at the Tennessee State Capitol early Thursday morning for a demonstration in favor of more restrictions on guns. Their plan: to be as disturbingly loud as possible in hopes of getting the attention of state lawmakers.
State tempers bill stripping special taxes tied to Nashville’s convention center
State Republicans have dialed back an attempt to defund Nashville’s convention center. But there’s a catch. They’re talking about giving the state more control over the convention center’s spending.
Lawmakers delay all firearm-related bills one week in wake of Covenant School shooting
Several gun-related bills have been advancing through the Tennessee General Assembly this session, but now Republicans are tabling those discussions. Lawmakers say it’s out of respect for victims of the Covenant School shooting.
Tennessee Democrats want tighter gun policy after Covenant School shooting; Republicans say don’t politicize it
After Monday’s mass shooting at Covenant School, Tennessee Democrats are calling on their Republican counterparts to limit access to guns. But Republicans do not want to talk about it.
Metro Council says it needs more time to set new districts
Nashville’s Metro Council is giving itself until April 4 to decide what to do about a new state law, slashing its body in half.
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