Representative John Gillespie

(Campaign Account) Tennessee State Representative for District 97. Vice Chairman of Finance Ways & Means Committee

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Today we celebrate the men and women who faced cancer and came out the other side. Their resilience is an inspiration. Happy National Cancer Survivors Day.

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They were teenagers and young fathers. Farmers and factory workers. Men from Tennessee and every corner of America. On June 6, 1944, they became the generation that saved the world.

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We didn’t take home first prize, but we raised several thousand dollars for our local YMCA! Proud to take part in community events like this to serve and create safer communities here in Memphis. #DancingInMemphis

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“John Gillespie has earned the trust of those who wear the badge.” - John Covington, Vice President, Memphis Police Association. It’s an honor to serve those who serve us every day. Thank you for all you do.

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I will be performing tonight at the Agricenter! We are raising money for our local @YMCAMemphis. Support the cause with a donation and a vote for Ayoka and I, and enjoy this entertaining evening. #DancingInMemphis https://t.co/HjGferAhY0

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Under @GovBillLee's Administration, Tennessee has built 186 miles of water and sewer lines. That’s almost as great as the distance between our Bass Pro Shop Pyramid and the State Capitol building in Nashville as the crow flies. This is making real investments in our communities.

[TNECD @TNECD]

Strong infrastructure creates stronger communities. 💪

During @GovBillLee’s administration, TNECD's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program has funded 186 miles of water and sewer lines across the state, a distance longer than the 181 miles between the Tennessee State Capitol in Nashville and Neyland Stadium in Knoxville.

These investments are supporting economic opportunity, improving quality of life and strengthening infrastructure for Tennesseans across the state. 👏 #SoundsLikeTN

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Parents should be notified if their child is accessing dangerous or inappropriate content on school internet. It’s only common sense. I was proud to vote “yes” on this bill that protects our children in the place where we are most responsible for their safety.

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Proud to see an athlete representing my Alma Mater at the Memphis Grizzlies workouts this week! Go Panthers, go Grizzlies!

[High Point University Men's Basketball @HPUMBB]

Representing HPU at the @memgrizz workouts 👏

#GoHPU x #OnTheProwl

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This year, Tennessee turns 230 while America turns 250. Two milestones, one story. The Volunteer State has been part of this nation's foundation from the very beginning, and we intend to keep it that way.

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No government program can replace what a loving, committed family provides. I was proud to vote “yes” on HJR182, which says that in June, Tennessee celebrates the nuclear family, the first and most essential institution in any healthy community.

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I am proud to live in a nation that protects our right to bear arms, but we must promote safe and responsible gun ownership as well. I was proud to vote “Yes” on a bipartisan bill that will provide hunter education for Tennessee students through our public schools.

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D.A. Mulroy, who was elected to enforce the law, is actively defying the law himself. @BrentTaylorTN and I passed the Memphis Safe Task Force Accountability Act to make Memphis safe, and Steve Mulroy insists upon allowing Memphis to remain in chaos. This is shameful behavior.

[WREG News Channel 3 @3onyourside]

Mulroy files suit to block state laws targeting his office on task force cases https://t.co/QsRYcHfQF9

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We're investing in Tennessee's future through targeted economic development while maintaining a balanced budget. This is what responsible governance looks like.

[TNECD @TNECD]

From strategic investments to continued economic momentum, this year’s legislative session reinforced why Tennessee continues to Experience High Volume. 🔊

Thank you to Gov. Bill Lee and the Tennessee General Assembly for championing initiatives that support businesses, strengthen communities and expand opportunity across our state.

Take a look at the budget and legislative highlights helping shape Tennessee’s economic future. 🙌

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Safety is the primary concern across Shelby County. That’s why I fought to get $50 million in funding for our Public Safety Infrastructure here in Memphis. It matters who you elect to represent you, and I am proud to deliver cold, hard cash to the places we need it most.

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Tennessee leads the country in foster care reform, and we have policies that make low-cost adoption and foster care possible. This National Foster Care Month, we celebrate foster children and families.

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This year, we passed the Regulatory Freedom Act of 2026. This bill will foster greater transparency and pull regulatory agencies off the backs of Tennesseans. It matters who you vote for; when you vote for Republicans, you get less red tape, more freedom, and greater prosperity for Tennessee.

[TN House Republicans @tnhousegop]

HUGE WIN FOR TENNESSEE— Nashville lands Super Bowl LXIV! 🏈

From new jobs to packed hotels and more than $1.25+ BILLION in tourism revenue and global exposure for TN, hosting one of the world’s biggest sporting events will be MASSIVE for the TN economy. Plus we get to showcase everything that makes Tennessee special.

Big events bring big opportunities and Tennessee is ready for 2030!

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Congratulations to the newest graduates from Shelby County! It’s no easy task to gain an education, so whether you’re earning a diploma or a degree, we celebrate your hard work and determination. Tennessee is better because you’re here with us.

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The strength of our nation rests on the shoulders of our armed forces. Armed Forces Day honors the sacrifice and service of those who defend our country and protect our way of life.