Tennessee governor News

Disaster Relief for 9 Counties Sought by Tennessee Governor

Gov. Bill Haslam is requesting a presidential disaster declaration for nine Tennessee counties affected by extreme winter weather last month. The federal assistance programs would provide access to a 75 percent reimbursement of the eligible costs to Carroll, Cheatham, Dickson, …

Concussion Policy Bill Headed to Tennessee Governor

A proposal that would require Tennessee schools and other organizations with youth athletic programs to adopt concussion policies is headed to the governor for his consideration. The legislation was overwhelmingly approved 93-3 in the House on Thursday. The companion bill …