April 2010

Press Release from the Tennessee Comptroller; April 30, 2010:

The former supervisor for the Fayette County Schools food service department and two others have been indicted on theft charges following an investigation…

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The format was somewhat different from previous forums. Thursday night, other than questions for all four candidates on budget priorities and on a vision for the state in 25 years, the format had a specific question for each candidate, which the others could not answer.

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But Rep. Lynn says she and others are gearing up for a separate push to edit the U.S. Constitution.

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Press Release from Sen. Doug Jackson, D-Dickson, April 29, 2010:

Bill allows permit holders to carry weapons in establishments that serve alcohol

NASHVILLE – The State Senate passed a bill Thursday 23-9 sponsored…

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Press Release from State Sen. Reginald Tate, D-Memphis, April 29, 2010:

Legislation aims to keep violent animals out of the hands of gangs and violent felons

NASHVILLE – The State Senate passed 31-0…

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Press Release from the Office of Senate Speaker Ron Ramsey, April 29, 2010:

Bill by Lt. Governor Ramsey will require regulatory agencies to work with small business advocate

(Nashville) – Legislation sponsored by Lt.…

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Press Release from Zach Wamp for Governor; April 29, 2010:

Challenges Haslam, Ramsey to Join Him in Being Fully Open, Transparent

NASHVILLE – Zach Wamp, Republican candidate for Governor, today released to…

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Press Release from Bill Haslam for Governor; April 29, 2010:

Recognizes Similar Programs Across the State, Praises Locally Grown Efforts

KNOXVILLE – Republican gubernatorial candidate and Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam today highlighted…

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But the GOP candidate and Senate speaker says his government “reshaping” move should wait until next year when the budget hole gets even worse.

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Press Release from Rep. Tony Shipley, R-Kingsport; April 28, 2010:

(April 28, 2010, NASHVILLE) – Representative Tony Shipley (R-Kingsport) today successfully moved landmark ignition interlock legislation forward by moving it out of…

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The bill as written wouldn’t affect past violators, and wouldn’t exclude perpetrators of crimes unrelated to abuse of power as an officeholder.

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Tennessee Lt. Guv. not a fan of the early childhood education program, but says it isn’t likely to get slashed this year.

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