Tennessee Democrats want swift action on Medicaid expansion – The Tennessean
110TH TENNESSEE GENERAL ASSEMBLY5 things in the Tennessee General Assembly: April 3 | 0:58
5 things to watch this week in the Tennessee General Assembly Wochit
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Sen. Kerry Roberts speaks supporting relocating Polk to Columbia. Jake Lowary/The Tennessean
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Sen. Bo Watson speaks against moving Polk remains to Columbia.
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Over 100 years since he was last moved, James K. Polk might have a new final resting place. Kirk A. Bado
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What to watch the week of March 27th in the Tennessee General Assembly Wochit
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5 things coming up this week in the legislature you should pay attention to. Jake Lowary/The Tennessean
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Some legislation to keep an eye on this week. Wochit
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Speaker Harwell remembers Douglas Henry Wochit
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Pro-choice supporters congratulate Rep. John Ray Clemmons after abortion bill halted. Jake Lowary/The Tennessean
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Maisy Stella plays before state Senate. She stars on the CMT show Nashville.
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The Nashville delegation leads tribute to the late Sen. Doug Henry.
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Lt. Gov. Randy McNally remarks on the late Sen. Doug Henry.
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A look at 5 topics coming up this week in Nashville. Jake Lowary/Tennessean
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Democrats tout delay in privatization of state parks at weekly press conference.
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Randy McNally on future of public records.
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Protestors flank Democrats at news conference about their Peoples Bill of Rights package of legislation. Jake Lowary/Tennessean
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Lawmakers aim to increase penalties for elder abuse. Jake Lowary/Tennessean
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Here's 5 things that are happening this week in the state legislature. Week of Feb. 27-March 2. Wochit
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Week of Feb. 20 Kirk A. Bado
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David Haw, R-Greeneville, discusses transportation legislation. Joel Ebert / The Tennessean
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David Hawk, R-Greenevill discusses transportation legislation. Joel Ebert / The Tennessean
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Protestors brought a swift end to a news conference Wednesday about controversial legislation in Tennessee. Jake Lowary/USA Today Network Tennessee
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Protestors followed lawmakers who are sponsoring controversial legislation in Tennessee's legislature. Jake Lowary
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Supply side economist Arthur Laffer testifies about the gas tax plan before the legislature. Laffer is popular economist in conservative circles for his emphasis on keeping taxes low and applied to the broadest base. Jake Lowary
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Freshman state House Rep. Mark Lovell has submitted his letter of resignation amid allegations he had inappropriate contact with a woman last week, several sources, including a Tennessee Republican lawmaker, told The Tennessean. Kyleah Starling / Tennessean / Wochit
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Democratic Rep. Bo Mitchell calls for 'Jeremy's Law' repeal in wake of scandals involving Republican lawmakers Jeremy Durham and Mark Lovell
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Rep. John Ray Clemmons and Sen. Sara Kyle share their alternative to address Tennessee transportation backlogs. Jake Lowary/USA Today Network
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Here's a quick look at 5 things to watch for this week at the capitol in Nashville. Jake Lowary, Joel Ebert/Tennessean
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Tennessee lawmakers are back in session. Here are five things to watch for the week of Feb. 5. Joel Ebert and Duane W. Gang / The Tennessean
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Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam on Jan. 30, 2017 gave his annual State of the State address before the General Assembly. Here are three takeways from his speech, the next to last before leaving office. Joel Ebert and Duane W. Gang / The Tennessean / Wochit
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Gov. Bill Haslam's 2017-18 budget includes $100 million for teacher pay raises and $22.2 million for English-language learning students. Jason Gonzales / The Tennessean / Wochit
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Sen. Doug Overbey discussed wilfire recovery efforts Tuesday in the Senate finance committee meeting in Nashville. Jake Lowary/Tennessean
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Rep. David Hawk, R-Greeneville, reacts to Gov. Bill Haslam's State of the State address Jan. 30 at the capitol. Jake Lowary/Tennessean
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Sen. Jim Tracy, R-Shelbyville, reacts to Gov. Bill Haslam's State of the State address Jan. 30 at the capitol. Jake Lowary/Tennessean
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Democrats Rep. Mike Stewart and Sen. Jeff Yarbro, both of Nashville, react to State of the State address Jan. 30 at the capitol. Jake Lowary/Tennessean
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Gov. Bill Haslam outlined his 2018 budget with reporters on Jan. 30 at the capitol. Jake Lowary/Tennessean
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State of the State Kirk Bado / The Tennessean
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Norris reacts to State of the State.
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Here are 5 big topics coming up to watch for this week in the 110th General Assembly. Jake Lowary / The Tennessean / Wochit
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Gov. Bill Haslam on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017 announced efforts to expand broadband access. Adam Tamburin/The Tennessean
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Gov. Bill Haslam announced the latest plank of his legislative agenda -- a broadband initiative -- Thursday morning at Cane Ridge High School in Antioch. Haslam's plan will provide $45 million over 3 years in grants and tax credits for service providers. The governor said theplan focuses on three broad issues: funding, cutting regulation and education "digital literacy." Karen Kraft / The Tennessean
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The plan, which is officially known as the Improving Manufacturing, Public Roads and Opportunities for a Vibrant Economy or IMPROVE ACT was unveiled on Wednesday. Karen Kraft / The Tennessean
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Sen. Doug Overbey discusses Gatlinburg recovery after a meeting Thursday at the legislature in Nashville. Jake Lowary / The Tennessean
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With lawmakers set to return to Nashville on Tuesday to officially convene the 110th General Assembly, the session is expected to cover a multitude of issues ranging from a potential gas tax increase to how to spend the state's budget surplus. Kyleah Starling/The Tennessean
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Outgoing Lt. Gov. Ron Ramsey talks about retiring from the leadership position in the Tennessee legislature. Lacey Atkins / Tennessean
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5 things in the Tennessee General Assembly: April 3
Sen. Kerry Roberts speaks supporting relocating Polk to Columbia
Sen. Bo Watson speaks against moving Polk
The fight over James K. Polk's body
5 things to watch this week in the General Assembly
5 things in Tennessee Legislature this week
5 things to watch this week in the state legislature
Speaker Beth Harwell reflects on Douglas Henry's legacy
Pro-choice supporters congratulate Rep. John Ray Clemmons after abortion bill halted
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