State Representative Michael Hale

This new commercial from the Tennessee Department of Safety highlights the importance of safely storing fi****ms in vehicles. Also, it promotes our new program to offer cable locks free of charge to anyone in Tennessee. See below for more information:

Safe Store Tennessee - Theft Commercial

Smith County residents (and all who may travel within Smith County this weekend)- be aware of the bridge closure info below!

Tuesday afternoon Tara and I had the great honor of joining Mr. Darwin Gard’s family and friends for the bridge naming of the “Darwin Gard Bridge” at Sligo. How fitting on his birthday to mark this celebration of giving him the honor due. A man that served over 20 years in the Air Force, ran Sligo Marina for many years and was affectionately known as “The King of Center Hill.” It was an honor to carry this to Nashville to get this done for the family. Thank you to the county mayor and commission for passing the resolution so we could get it done in the General Assembly. May God bless the Gard family and Mr. Darwin’s legacy.

But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5.
Healing both physically and mentally. Whatever healing touch you need, it says we ARE healed! We pray healing for broken, hurting and sick in the name of Jesus. We serve a mighty God, reach out and claim the promise you need today and every day. Have a blessed Sunday.

Beginning today, Tennessee is issuing new Driver Licenses and ID cards with a fresh design and improved security features at select Driver Services Centers and will expand to all centers over the next few months. All current credentials are valid until their expiration date. Learn more www.tn.gov/safety/news/2024/8/19/department-of-safety-and-homeland-security-unveils-new-tennessee-driver-licenses-and-self-service-kiosks.html.

These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. John 16:33

REMINDER: 10-Digit Dialing and New Area Code Coming to the Tennessee 423 Area Code Region.

The TN Public Utility Commission has approved the addition of the 729 area code alongside the existing 423 area code region. Beginning TODAY, August 5, 2024, all customers with the 423 area code should prepare for 10-digit dialing (area code + 7-digit telephone number) and the introduction of the new 729 area code. Beginning February 5, 2025, all local calls within the 423 area code must be dialed using 10-digits. Beginning March 5, 2025, phone numbers may be assigned with the new 729 area code alongside the existing 423 area code. Learn more at https://www.tn.gov/tpuc/news.html or contact your local Twin Lakes office.

Make sure to take the time to vote today! Follow the link for polling information and ensure your voice is heard at all levels of government!

Today is Election Day! Tennessee voters may verify their registration status, polling location and hours, and view a sample ballot with the GoVoteTN app or at GoVoteTN.gov. All polls close at 7:00 p.m. Central / 8:00 p.m. Eastern.

Hey Facebook friends. Storms are expected to move into in the next hour or two. There will be a severe risk with any of these storms, including damaging wind gusts (65+ mph), heavy rain and even a tornado is possible. Please remain weather aware if you have outdoor plans!

The new Salute to Service Discount from Tennessee State Parks offers complimentary camping and golf to veterans on each service branch's birthday and Veterans Day leading up to the 250th anniversary of our country. We hope this program will show our appreciation to the brave men and women of our armed services, For more information, and to see what dates are available for a discounted rate, visit tnstateparks.com.

Today’s the last day to take advantage of our annual sales tax holiday, so make sure to grab all your new supplies and clothes for school!

Our annual sales tax holiday for the back-to-school season is coming up! Save on qualifying school supplies, clothes, and computer equipment. This program is incredible in helping make preparing for school less financially burdensome and ensuring our students are ready for a great year ahead of them.

For more information, visit https://www.tn.gov/revenue/taxes/sales-and-use-tax/sales-tax-holiday/sth-traditional.html

Our annual sales tax holiday for the back-to-school season is coming up! Save on qualifying school supplies, clothes, and computer equipment. This program is incredible in helping make preparing for school less financially burdensome and ensuring our students are ready for a great year ahead of them.

For more information, visit https://www.tn.gov/revenue/taxes/sales-and-use-tax/sales-tax-holiday/sth-traditional.html

Once again we see evil hurting people. One of our Tennessee State Troopers was shot in Putnam County on I40 East. Then the evil cowards fled. Please pray for the Trooper and his family. May God touch him and his family. Also pray for the troopers and other law enforcement officers who are searching for these evil people.

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🚨Trooper involved shooting. We are actively searching for two black males with facial tattoos driving a white Kia Forte, possible TN temp tag Q9SC4JR. The veh was last seen east on I-40. The trooper is in stable condition. Call 911 immediately if you have any information

It was a true honor to be in Murfreesboro last Wednesday night to speak about HJR 803 at the Tennessee UPCI Camp meeting, and for the district board to pray over me and for the leaders of our state. Sunday morning to be at New Life to share the call and lead prayer and Sunday night, it was great for Tara and I to be at Dodson Branch Baptist Church to speak (almost preach) about HJR 803. There is something that as a Christian we all can do, Pray!!! May God bless Tennessee and the United States of America.

Folks we live in the greatest country in the world. We need to pray for our country, pray against the evil, and pray for President Trump. Regardless your thoughts and beliefs, the acts of today are totally evil people and we need to pray God’s hand of protection and guidance for our country. May God bless the United States of America.

Today is the first day of early voting for the primary election for state and federal offices. Early voting goes until July 27, so take this opportunity to avoid long lines of election day! For voting locations and hours, visit https://sos.tn.gov/elections or call your local election commission!

I want to take this time to invite everyone from across District 40 to come together and ask for the Lord’s blessings at celebrations in each of our counties throughout this month. There is power in unity and prayer, and when we come together to seek God and His guidance for our community, state, nation, and world, we grow stronger as believers and members of our community. Below are the dates and times for each reading of House Joint Resolution 803.

Cannon- July 30, 8:00 am, Cannon County Courthouse
DeKalb- July 16, 12:00 pm, DeKalb County Courthouse
Jackson- July 18, 4:00 pm, Jackson County Courthouse
Smith- July 16, 2:00 pm, Smith County Courthouse
Wilson- July 20, 12:00 pm, Wilson County Courthouse

May God bless you all.

248 years ago, we declared our independence from tyrannical rule and established ourselves as a free nation. America is now a beacon of freedom, opportunity, and self-determination worldwide. Today, and every day, we pause to remember those who fought and died to make our great nation what it is, and we reflect on the blessing to be citizens of the United States. May you all have a safe and blessed day of celebration.

Today, we remember those who face the reality of PTSD, from members of the armed services to our police officers and firefighters. This past session, I was honored to support the James "Dustin" Samples Act, which provided increased access to PTSD treatment to our firefighters. May you all have a blessed day.

This is an outstanding economic development opportunity for Jackson County, and we are incredibly excited to see how it impacts the communities within! I am thankful to Gov. Bill Lee, Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development, and local leadership in Jackson County for helping us make this a reality!

Governor Lee, Commissioner McWhorter Announce Creation of Synergy Magnetics LLC in Jackson County - News - Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development Jackson County lands first economic development project since 2018, company to invest $5.5 million NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Synergy Magnetics LLC officials announced today the company would sta...

These new all-terrain wheelchairs will make our beautiful state parks more accessible to people all across the state, and allow for more out-of-state visitors to experience the natural beauty of the Volunteer State. Thank you to the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation and Tennessee State Parks. This is one of many ways the budget we passed is helping Tennesseeans!

Ten Tennessee state parks to make all-terrain wheelchairs available All-terrain wheelchairs will now be available at ten state parks across Tennessee.

Congrats to the National Champions, Tennessee Baseball! Making the Volunteer State proud!

The last team standing!

We're one week away from the registration deadline for the state and Federal primary election, so make sure your registration is active and up to date! Get all your election day information at https://sos.tn.gov/elections or your local election commission.

We hope you will come join us. Please share to get the word out!

It might be hard to believe- but the next election is 6 weeks away! Be sure to complete and submit your voter registration by July 2nd so you will be ready to cast your ballot during the State and Federal Primary and State and County General Election. Learn more at GoVoteTN.Gov today!

What an honor to be in Alexandria at the Alexandria Senior Center today for the Flag Day Ceremony. So proud of The Life Rangers from New Life that led the ceremony. Thank you to the Veterans that we honored and participated in the ceremony. Gentevia Hospice and the Senior Center did a great job with the meal, the trivia and overall fellowship. We live in the greatest country in the world. Honor the flag and what it represents. We are a blessed nation.

We are officially one month away from Smithville Fiddlers' Jamboree and Crafts Festival!

July 5th and 6th, head to Smithville for a weekend of 36 Appalachian competitions, craft and food vendors -- open free to the public!

Learn more about the event: smithvillejamboree.com

80 years later, we remember the heroic sacrifice of the brave men and women during the D-Day invasion. We pause today to honor them and their memory and reflect on our many blessings living in this great nation. God bless you all.

We are blessed to have so many incredible fishing spots in and around District 40, so make sure to take advantage of this opportunity on Saturday!