NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced that Deputy Governor Butch Eley will depart the Lee administration after nearly seven years of leadership in Governor Lee’s cabinet and a distinguished tenure in state government. Eley has served Lee since the early days of running for Governor, and will transition out of government service to continue to make an impact in new ways.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee joined President Donald J. Trump inside the Oval Office for the signing of a Presidential Memorandum to establish the Memphis Safe Task Force, and to request that President Trump grant activation of the Tennessee National Guard under Title 32 orders. This public meeting is the result of months of coordination with the Trump Administration to develop a multi-phased, strategic plan to leverage the full extent of both federal and state resources to fight crime in Memphis.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee issued the following statement regarding the strategic mission to address crime in Memphis.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced a key leadership transition at the Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA). Dr. Charlie Hatcher, D.V.M., will retire from his role after nearly seven years of service as commissioner, and more than 21 years of state service. Andy Holt has been appointed commissioner, effective October 1, 2025.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced three key judicial and legal appointments.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced plans to seek federal waivers to update the state’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Tennessee’s proposed waivers will ensure SNAP fulfills its intended purpose of promoting healthier eating habits, supporting improved health outcomes and reducing chronic conditions for low-income families.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced The Boring Company’s intent to build the Music City Loop, a transformative private transportation project that will bring the company’s innovative underground Loop system to Nashville at zero cost to taxpayers, marking a bold step forward in advancing mobility, economic growth, and infrastructure modernization across the region.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced that Alec Richardson will depart the Governor’s office at the end of the month after serving in multiple roles over nearly seven years, including his most recent position of Senior Advisor and Director of External Affairs. Richardson has served Lee since his successful primary run in 2018 and will transition to the role of State Director for U.S. Senator Bill Hagerty.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced a key leadership transition at the Tennessee Department of Health (TDH). Dr. Ralph Alvarado, MD, FACP, will step down after nearly three years of service to Tennesseans. John Dunn has been appointed interim commissioner, effective July 11, 2025.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) Commissioner Stuart McWhorter released photos and highlights from their successful strategic economic development trip to France. This trip marks Gov. Lee’s fourth international recruitment trip since taking office in 2019.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced the appointment of Josh Walker to the Tennessee Claims Commission for the Eastern Division.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced President Trump’s approval of his request for a Major Disaster Declaration, making FEMA Individual Assistance available for nine counties and Public Assistance available for 19 Counties impacted by the severe weather and tornadoes that occurred over April 2-6, 2025.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) Commissioner Stuart McWhorter will travel to France next week to attend the 55th International Paris Air Show.