Senator Bill Hagerty

Husband | Father of four | Businessman | Community Volunteer | Conservative Republican | U.S. Senator | Former U.S. Ambassador to Japan | Proud Tennessean

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In a single operation, @TBInvestigation and the Memphis Safe Task Force recovered 30 missing children.

Just another example of how @POTUS, @FBIDirectorKash, @AGToddBlanche, and @GovBillLee are continuing to make Memphis the safest city in America.
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I joined @GovBillLee and @SecretaryTurner for a roundtable discussion with stakeholders from across Tennessee on the successes of Opportunity Zone 1.0 and how we can build on that progress as we transition to OZ 2.0.

It was great to hear directly from Tennesseans about the investments taking place in communities across our state and discuss how we can build on that momentum to expand investment, create opportunity, and drive economic growth across Tennessee.

Thank you to Secretary Turner for your leadership and for visiting our state!

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It’s time for durable regulation that ensures American leadership in digital assets. It’s time for CLARITY.

[Patrick Witt @patrickjwitt]

American hegemony rests on three pillars: a lethal military, equal justice under law, and the strength of the U.S. dollar backed by deep, liquid capital markets.

Under President Trump’s leadership, we are rebuilding our military, restoring fairness in our justice system, and cementing dollar dominance with the GENIUS Act. Now it’s time to pass the CLARITY Act to modernize our capital markets and ensure American financial leadership for decades to come.

It was an honor to join @POTUS and the business leaders who are making that vision a reality.

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I am deeply saddened by the tragic incident involving Milligan University cyclists and the injuries sustained in this heartbreaking incident.

My prayers are with the victims, their families, and their loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.

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A major step forward for crypto markets, capital formation, and U.S. innovation.

Very encouraged to see this progress by @SECgov as Congress continues its legislative work to deliver clarity for digital assets.

[Paul Atkins @SECPaulSAtkins]

With our new proposal, the SEC is taking the most historic step yet to modernize federal securities regulations for crypto assets.

As the Crypto Capital of the World, the U.S. must and will lead. Regulation Crypto Assets will ensure that we do. 🇺🇸

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Thank you, Schneider Electric, for a wonderful tour and visit of your Mt. Juliet facility today!

Tennessee is home to Schneider Electric’s second-largest U.S. workforce, with more than 2,700 employees across the state. We are grateful for your continued investment into the Volunteer State!

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This morning, I was honored to join and speak at this year’s @TNFFAFoundation Ham Breakfast. As a former FFA member and president of my chapter, I have a deep appreciation for the education, leadership, and values the FFA instills in our youth.

Thank you for inviting me back and thank you to the current members and leaders who continue to make Tennessee better everyday. It’s always a privilege to be a part of such a great tradition.

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I appreciated getting the chance to sit down with Memphis leaders who are working to build on the city’s positive momentum this week as a part of my innovation tour across the state.

Thank you to @MemphisChamber, SouthWorth Capital, @memphisrealtors, and other business leaders for a great conversation about how we can capitalize on this progress to attract innovation, high-paying jobs, and new economic development to Memphis.

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I am honored to support @POTUS’s nomination of Samuel Adkisson to be District Judge for the Eastern District of Tennessee. A top graduate of Vanderbilt University, Adkisson’s background includes serving as a law clerk for U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts, as well as two outstanding federal appellate judges, not to mention his service as associate counsel to the most demanding client in the world—the President of the United States. 

He will bring Volunteer State values to the bench and uphold the high standards of our federal judiciary.  I will work tirelessly towards his prompt confirmation.

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Thank you to the @TNHighwayPatrol for taking me along for the ride and giving me the opportunity to experience firsthand how troopers patrol state highways throughout Shelby County as well as major state routes within Memphis.

I’m especially grateful for the work THP has done as part of the Memphis Safe Task Force, helping combat crime and keep Memphis communities safe. Thank you to the troopers who put themselves on the line every day to protect Tennesseans.

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I spent the day in Memphis focusing on the enhancement of public safety and economic opportunity by meeting with the Memphis Safe Task Force.

Thank you to the brave men and women who are committed to keeping crime out of Memphis and making the city a better place to live, work, and thrive.

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It’s been nothing short of inspiring to see Tennessee take the lead across so many sectors during my Economic Development Tour so far.

Whether it’s making strides in quantum computing, energy, or infrastructure, there is no question that Tennessee is at the forefront of innovation.

It’s an honor to represent the Volunteer State!

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I enjoyed visiting The Boring Company as part of my economic development tour focused on innovation and the future of Tennessee’s economy.

Thank you to the entire team at The Boring Company for hosting me!

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I was honored to speak with leaders across multiple business sectors in Waverly to learn how the community is continuing its economic recovery following the devastating 2021 flood.

On-the-ground conversations like these are critical to understanding the challenges and opportunities facing communities across Tennessee.

Thank you to Mayor Frazier and to the entire Waverly community for welcoming me!

[Senator Bill Hagerty @SenatorHagerty]

A new defense technology company is underway in Cookeville!

Valinor Dispatch was started by @tennesseetech graduate, Nick Leak. Nick developed a modular charging station that enables drones to launch, recharge, and operate continuously across aircraft ground, maritime, and fixed-site environments.

Thank you, Valinor Dispatch, for an insightful facility tour, a live technology demonstration, and your commitment to innovation, intelligence, and inspiration in Tennessee.

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I enjoyed my visit to another institution that’s paving the way for innovation in the Volunteer State, Tennessee Tech University.

@tennesseetech is changing the game in nuclear energy education and robotics programming.

It was great meeting with senior leadership and dedicated students from the Autonomous Robotics Club on campus to discuss student success, cybersecurity, and AI initiatives. Thank you for your hospitality!

[Senator Bill Hagerty @SenatorHagerty]

While in Knoxville, I made a stop on Good ol’ Rocky Top as this year’s keynote speaker for the Southeast Energy Policy Forum.

This forum brings together industry leaders to discuss Tennessee’s initiative on emerging energy technologies and plans to secure the Southeast’s economic future.

Thank you to @DondePlowman, @randyboyd, and Marianne Wannamaker for having me, and for your commitment to making Tennessee one of the best states in America.

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Thank you to CMC for hosting me, along with the rest of the Knoxville delegation, on an impressive site tour of one of Tennessee’s great manufacturers.

CMC produces more than 600,000 tons of steel to supply critical material for roads, highways, bridges, and commercial buildings.

Thank you for your dedication to helping strengthen Tennessee’s economy while supporting a resilient domestic steel supply chain.

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For the third stop on my Economic Development Tour, I paid a visit to EPB Quantum Center. @EPB_Chattanooga is the first U.S. quantum center to provide commercial access to both quantum computing and quantum networking resources.

Thank you to Janet Rehberg and other business leaders for taking the time to discuss this vital component of Tennessee innovation.

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Stop #2 on my sixth annual Economic Development Tour was the BWXT Ordnance Tennessee facility in Jonesborough.

BWXT plays a vital role in supporting America’s national security.

Thank you, @BWXT, for having me and for your dedication to Tennessee innovation.

[Senator Bill Hagerty @SenatorHagerty]

Day one of my sixth annual Economic Development Tour started with one of the largest employers in Hawkins County, Cardinal Glass.

As one of the leading residential glass producers in the country, they keep our homes and businesses looking great, all while demonstrating an incredible dedication to product quality.

Thank you to Cardinal Glass for their hospitality and continued commitment to excellence in Tennessee innovation!