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Rep. Caleb Hemmer Donates Special Session Salary to Advocacy Groups

Posted August 30, 2023 by admin in Political Issues

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 8/30/2023: NASHVILLE—State Rep. Caleb Hemmer (D-Nashville) has announced that he will be donating his legislative per diem from the recently adjourned Special Session on Public Safety to two local non-profit organizations. “I cannot in any good conscience accept a salary for a week of unproductive disputes, wasted resources, and not a single bill…

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The Inside Scoop on Special Session

Posted August 15, 2023 by admin in Political Issues

Since the legislature adjourned earlier this year, I have been tirelessly preparing for the Governor's Special Session on Public Safety that begins August 21st. I have held numerous meetings with constituents as well as with the Governor and his staff, Law Enforcement Officers, TBI, District Attorneys, Gun Safety and Mental Health Advocates. I have also…

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South Nashville Mayoral Forum and TN59 District Updates

Posted June 23, 2023 by admin in Political Issues

It's been a busy Summer so far. I’ve been busy touring the district, attending meetings, and responding to constituents' concerns. This month alone, I have toured Cheekwood, Travelers Rest, and the campus of Nashville State Community College. Additionally, to prepare me and my colleagues for the upcoming Special Session on Public Safety, I have been…

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District 59 Projects Funded & Special Session Update

Posted June 9, 2023 by admin in Political Issues

This month, we’ve received a lot of exciting news on different projects in District 59 that are receiving state and federal funding. I’m proud to have worked with several of my colleagues and Tennessee agencies to secure these dollars, and I look forward to seeing these projects come to fruition. District 59 Projects Funded: $36.8M $1.2M…

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2023 Session Wrap Up

Posted April 27, 2023 by admin in Political Issues

The legislature officially adjourned for the year on Friday, April 21st. I believe I'm speaking for all Tennesseans by saying that this year’s session could've and should've been handled better. Legislators should have an extremely high bar for their conduct to fulfill our responsibility to our districts and the state. I voted no to adjourn…

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The Last Two Weeks, April 10th Legislative Update

Posted April 10, 2023 by admin in Political Issues

When I ran to represent District 59 in the state house, never in a million years did I picture my first few months in office would look like this. Tennessee was thrown into the national spotlight after the horrific school shooting at the Covenant School and the subsequent assault on democracy through the expulsion of…

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Early Vote Now!

Posted October 27, 2022 by admin in Political Issues

Early voting is the best way to cast your vote. Early voting hours: Tuesday, October 25, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Wednesday, October 26, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Thursday, October 27, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Friday, October 28, 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday, October 29, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday,…

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Meet Caleb Hemmer, candidate for Tennessee House, District 59

Posted September 20, 2022 by admin in Media

What office are you seeking? (Include district) Tennessee General Assembly- House District 59 Why are you running for this office?* I’m running for State Representative because I know we can do better for Tennessee, and I have the desire, experience, and mindset to help people, serve…

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Why I’m Running

Posted February 8, 2022 by admin in Political Issues

When I posed the question about whether I should run for an open seat in the Tennessee House of Representatives, I got the same response from both my wife and mom: “It was just a matter of time!” I know no time is like the present for something that I have been preparing for since…

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Caleb Hemmer Announces Bid for State Representative

Posted January 29, 2022 by admin in Political Issues

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Native Nashvillian Caleb Hemmer today announced his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Tennessee House District 59. The newly redistricted and open legislative seat encompasses the entire southern border of Davidson County, including the neighborhoods of Bellevue, West Meade, Belle Meade, Forest Hills, Oak Hill, Crieve Hall, Brentwood and Antioch. “I have…

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