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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced that applications are now open for the Tennessee Strong Families Grant Program, which dedicates $20 million to improve access to maternal healthcare and boost critical resources for mothers, children and families by supporting local nonprofits across the state, including pregnancy centers.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced that long-time legislative director, Brent Easley, will step down next month to return to the private sector. Liz Alvey will succeed Easley in the role, effective October 16.

Volunteer Tennessee, the governor appointed 25-member bi-partisan commission that encourages volunteerism and community service, announces its 2024 Notification of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for Tennessee AmeriCorps programs, and it invites public and private nonprofit, governmental, and faith-based agencies from across the state to apply. The organization anticipates the availability of approximately $3.7 million in new and continuation grant funding for Tennessee AmeriCorps programs, pending federal congressional appropriations.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee marked the close of the special legislative session on public safety and thanked Tennesseans for engaging in continued efforts to strengthen safety across the state.

COLLIERVILLE, Tenn. – Today, at the Sundquist family’s request, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee’s office shared that Governor Don Sundquist passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, following surgery and a short illness. He was 87 years old.

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and The Kroger Company officials announced today that the company will construct a new Central Fill facility with Cleveland, Tennessee, as its fifth U.S. location.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced that Southwest Airlines® will locate its newest Crew Base at Tennessee’s Nashville International Airport (BNA) starting in 2024, creating an estimated 1,300 jobs and greater opportunity for Tennesseans across the region. 

– Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter announced today American Residential Services (ARS®/Rescue Rooter®) will invest $2.75 million to expand its headquarters operations in Memphis, Tennessee.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee issued the special session proclamation and presented the administration’s legislative and budget priorities that will go before the Tennessee General Assembly during the special session on public safety, convening August 21.

– Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and RedDOT Corporation officials announced today the company will invest $18 million to expand its manufacturing and distribution operations in Memphis, Tennessee.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced key leadership transitions and appointments in the Governor’s office.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee released his third nationwide Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) recruitment video, inviting out-of-state law enforcement officers and Tennesseans to join the ranks. The renewed effort follows two successful law enforcement pitches in 2021 and 2022.

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter today announced Hanon Systems will establish a new manufacturing presence in Loudon, Tennessee.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee invited Tennessee families to save during the state’s three-month grocery tax suspension, starting tomorrow, August 1 through October 31.