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State incentives for “9-1-1: Nashville” could slightly surpass grants awarded to any other show filmed in the state, topping even those directed to “Nashville,” the series held up as a prime example of the benefits of underwriting TV production. #tnpol pro.stateaffairs.com/tn/economy-bus…

A proposal to rebuild an abandoned dam project in Maury County as a way to address a water shortage is sparking opposition in Maury County. Columbia Dam Now board advocates for dam as affordable water solution. #TNleg @julia_r_baker bit.ly/4o0Gsuu

Finance Commissioner Jim Bryson says the state still doesn’t yet have a handle on how President Donald’s “Big Beautiful Bill” will affect big-ticket state budget items like TennCare. #tnpol #tnleg pro.stateaffairs.com/tn/health-care…

.@GovBillLee can select anyone who is qualified to fill a criminal court seat in Shelby County after a judicial vacancy commission found only two candidates were qualified. #tnpol #tnleg pro.stateaffairs.com/tn/courts/shel…

A bar complaint filed against the attorney for a former top legislative aide by the head of the state’s campaign finance regulatory agency has been rejected. #tnpol #tnleg pro.stateaffairs.com/tn/courts/bar-…

.@Sec_Noem said during a visit to Nashville that whether Kilmar Abrego Garcia will be deported while he waits for his Jan. 27 trial is not under her control. #tnpol #tnleg pro.stateaffairs.com/tn/politics/no…

We're joining Pluribus News on Tuesday, July 29, for a special live webinar with @NCSLorg Chief Executive Tim Storey, who will preview this year’s Legislative Summit in Boston! We’ll look at the key themes and hottest issues lawmakers are talking about right now. Register for…

Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival will continue on at “The Farm” in Manchester in Coffee County while sticking to its original June dates. #tnpol #tnleg pro.stateaffairs.com/tn/economy-bus…

The state House is introducing a four-day work week for staffers during the legislative offseason. #tnpol #tnleg pro.stateaffairs.com/tn/politics/ho…

U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn is joining the call for President Donald Trump’s administration to release a full account of the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. #tnpol #tnleg pro.stateaffairs.com/tn/politics/bl…

The Tennessee Valley Authority announced it is abandoning plans to use a Cheatham County site for a proposed 900-megawatt natural gas-fueled plant to generate electricity for the nation’s largest public utility. #tnpol #tnleg pro.stateaffairs.com/tn/am-update/t…

The Metro Nashville Council is petitioning the Tennessee Supreme Court to hear a challenge of a ruling that would cut the size of the legislative body in half. #tnpol #tnleg pro.stateaffairs.com/tn/courts/nash…

Another sitting state lawmaker has decided against joining the field of candidates running in the special election in the 7th Congressional District to succeed @RepMarkGreen. pro.stateaffairs.com/tn/elections/t…

Former U.S. Rep. Van Hilleary is off and running for a bid to return to Congress, this time in the 6th District. #tnpol #tnleg pro.stateaffairs.com/tn/elections/h…

The state intends to participate in a series of Great American State Fair celebrations called by President Donald Trump earlier this month, although details and funding remain uncertain. #tnpol pro.stateaffairs.com/tn/politics/te…

Whitney Hermandorfer was confirmed to the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals after the Senate approved her nomination by a 46-42 vote on Monday afternoon. #tnpol #tnleg pro.stateaffairs.com/tn/courts/sena…

Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin promises financial support for whoever becomes the nominee in Tennessee’s looming 7th Congressional District race. #tnpol #tnleg pro.stateaffairs.com/tn/elections/t…

Memphis City Council member Jerri Green said Monday she wants to "shake things up" in a Democratic bid for Tennessee governor next year. #tnpol #tnleg pro.stateaffairs.com/tn/elections/j…

Soon-to-be resigned U.S. @RepMarkGreen on Monday endorsed former state General Services Commissioner Matt Van Epps to succeed him in the 7th Congressional District. #tnpol #tnleg pro.stateaffairs.com/tn/elections/7…

Former Rep. John Deberry is the latest ex-lawmaker to be snagged by a new law that requires lawmakers to submit bank records to verify that balances listed in their campaign accounts are actually held there. #tnpol #tnleg pro.stateaffairs.com/tn/politics/re…