TN Senate, House caucuses nominate candidates for leadership roles
Republican and Democratic caucuses in both Houses elected key leadership positions for the upcoming 114th Tennessee General Assembly set to convene Jan. 14, 2025.
Randy McNally, R-Oak Ridge, was nominated by his party to serve a fifth term as the lieutenant governor and speaker of the Senate. McNally has served in the role since 2017 and represents State Senate District 5.
"Our conservative majority has transformed state government and delivered freedom and prosperity to the people of Tennessee,” McNally said. “And the people have responded by giving Republicans in Tennessee and across the nation a true mandate.”
Rep. Cameron Sexton, R-Crossville, won the Republican nomination to serve a fourth term as speaker of the House. He has served in the role since August 2019 and represents State House District 25.
"I truly appreciate the support and confidence my colleagues have placed in me to continue in my role as speaker,” Sexton said. "Tennessee continues to grow and thrive because of our conservative philosophies and our dedication to preserving Tennesseans’ freedom and liberty. We will continue fighting for solutions that strengthen and protect Tennessee families and communities."
The entire General Assembly will vote to confirm the nominations for lieutenant governor and speaker of the house when they convene in January.
Senate Republican Caucus
Other leadership positions in the Senate include Sen. Jack Johnson, R-Franklin, as the Senate majority leader; Sen. Ken Yager, R-Kingston, as the Republican caucus chairman; Sen. Ferrell Haile, R-Gallatin, as Senate pro tempore; and Sen. Dawn White, R-Murfreesboro, as secretary.
House Republican Caucus
House Republicans have selected their leadership for the next Tennessee General Assembly, electing Rep. William Lamberth, R-Portland, as House majority leader; Rep. Jeremy Faison, R-Cosby, as caucus chairman; Rep. Pat Marsh, R-Shelbyville, as speaker pro tempore; Rep. Johnny Garrett, R-Goodlettsville, as majority whip; and Rep. Kip Capley, R-Summertown as secretary.
Senate Democratic Caucus
Senator Raumesh Akbari (D-Memphis) has been re-elected to serve a second term as Senate minority leader. Senator London Lamar (D-Memphis) will continue her service as caucus chairwoman for a second term; and Senator Charlane Oliver (D-Nashville) has been re-elected as vice-chairwoman.
House Democratic Caucus
The House of Democrats has elected everyone to their leadership position for the 114th General Assembly. Rep. Karen Camper, D-Memphis, was elected House Democratic leader; Rep. John Ray Clemmons, D-Nashville, as caucus chair; Rep. Larry Miller, D-Memphis, as leader pro tempore; Rep. Sam McKenzie, D-Knoxville, as Democratic whip, and Rep. Yusuf Hakeem, D-Chattanooga, as secretary.