House Majority Leader William Lamberth, R-Portland, and Senate Speaker Pro Tempore Ferrell Haile, R-Gallatin, announced last week they have secured $12 million for critical water infrastructure in north Sumner County.
Gallatin News – Shalom Zone receives $500K in state funding for legacy gym
Gallatin’s Shalom Zone is $500,000 closer to its goal of renovating the Union High School historic gymnasium. On Thursday, April 17, State Senator Ferrell Haile (R-Gallatin) stopped by Shalom Zone to inform Executive Director Bethany Sullivan and other board members that $500,000 in funding had been appropriated into the state … Read More
The Hendersonville Standard – Ashley’s Place thanks legislature for investment in child protection
During Child Abuse Prevention Month, Ashley’s Place (Sumner Child Advocacy Center) recognized and thanked the 114th Tennessee General Assembly for passing unprecedented funding to strengthen the state’s response to child abuse. In a historic move, lawmakers approved a significant increase in funding dedicated to Children’s Advocacy Centers across the state, … Read More
Haile’s Headlines – 114th General Assembly Overview
The first session of the 114th General Assembly adjourned on Tuesday, April 22nd. Check out our overview for a glimpse of what we accomplished this Session!
The Christian Post – Tenn. gov. signs bill providing conscience protections for healthcare workers
Tennessee has become the latest state to enshrine conscience rights for medical professionals into law. Tennessee’s Republican Gov. Bill Lee signed Senate Bill 955 into law Thursday. Lee’s approval of the bill follows its passage by the Republican-controlled Tennessee Senate in a 27-3 vote and the Republican-controlled Tennessee House of Representatives … Read More
Smith County Insider – 15th Judicial District Child Advocacy Center Thanks the General Assembly for Historic Investment in Child Protection
During Child Abuse Prevention Month, the 15th Judicial District Child Advocacy Center proudly recognizes and thanks the One Hundred Fourteenth Tennessee General Assembly for passing unprecedented funding to strengthen the state’s response to child abuse. In a historic move, lawmakers have approved a significant increase in funding dedicated to Children’s … Read More
Portland Sun — Portland Chamber welcomes Lamberth, Haile to Capital Conversations
Tennessee Senate Speaker Pro Tempore Ferrell Haile and House Majority Leader William Lamberth spoke at the Portland Chamber of Commerce’s Capital Conversations on April 4, 2025. The subject of the conversations was the state’s $59.7 billion budget. The meeting was held at the new home of the Chamber. President/CEO of … Read More
Hartsville Vidette – Adam Cothron with family and supporters
State Rep. William Slater, R-Gallatin, and State Sen. Ferrell Haile, R-Gallatin, presented a resolution on Thursday, March 27, to honor Tennessee Highway Patrol Trooper Adam Cothron at the State Capitol in Nashville. House Joint Resolution 18 honors Cothron for his courage, valor and stalwart commitment to public service. On the … Read More
Tennessee Star – Resolution to Ban State Property Taxes in Tennessee Passes State Senate
A resolution prohibiting the Tennessee General Assembly from establishing a statewide property tax passed the State Senate on Wednesday. All but six state senators voted for Senate Joint Resolution (SJR) 1 by State Senator Ferrell Haile (R-Gallatin).
The Hendersonville Standard – Sumner lawmakers honor injured state trooper
State Rep. William Slater, R-Gallatin, and State Sen. Ferrell Haile, R-Gallatin, presented a resolution on Thursday, March 27, to honor Tennessee Highway Patrol Trooper Adam Cothron at the State Capitol in Nashville. On the evening of July 19, 2024, Cothron pulled over a vehicle for a traffic violation on I-40 in Putnam County. As … Read More