Bo Watson

Tennessee State Senator, Chairman-Finance, Ways and Means Committee, Physical Therapist

[Bo Watson @SenBoWatson]

A brand new (and extremely interesting) episode of my podcast Tennessee Today is out now! On this week's episode I had the chance to host my friend, Stuart McWhorter, who is Deputy Governor and Commissioner of Tennessee's Department of Economic and Community Development on the show.

Check it out anywhere you get your podcasts or at the link below: https://t.co/t4sBLBV8lo

[Bo Watson @SenBoWatson]

Thank you for trusting me, District 11.

I am honored to continue serving as your State Senator.

[Bo Watson @SenBoWatson]

On this week's episode of Tennessee Today, I had TDEC's Commissioner David Salyers on the show!

We had a fantastic conversation - I hope you'll check it out anywhere you get your podcasts or at the link below.

https://t.co/8N4wr4Y8SD

[Bo Watson @SenBoWatson]

This morning, I had the honor of meeting American Legion National Commander Jay Bowen at Veterans Park in Collegedale.

I will always stand with and advocate for our nation’s heroes. We owe everything to the brave men and women who have served and sacrificed to protect our freedom.

All gave some, and some gave all.

Thank you for visiting and for your service, Commander Bowen.

[Bo Watson @SenBoWatson]

It's a great day to vote early! Get to the polls, and vote Bo Watson!

[Bo Watson @SenBoWatson]

On this week's episode of Tennessee Today I had a great conversation with Lizzette Reynolds, Tennessee's Commissioner of Education.

Check it out anywhere you get your podcasts or at the link below!
https://t.co/jLLKofiowV

[Bo Watson @SenBoWatson]

Great Get Out the Vote event last night put together by the Hamilton County Republican Party!

Early voting starts in 9 DAYS! Make sure you vote Republican up and down the ballot!

[Bo Watson @SenBoWatson]

Today, we celebrated the grand reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge!

I was honored to be part of this special day celebrating the reopening of one of Chattanooga’s most iconic landmarks. After extensive renovations, this historic bridge is ready to serve Chattanoogans for generations to come.

[Bo Watson @SenBoWatson]

Thank you to my friend Steve Ray, owner of Midnite Oil, for your support.

Small businesses are the backbone of our economy. I will continue to fight to make sure your taxes are low, and your businesses are strong.

Check out Owls Nest BBQ and Steve Ray's Midnite Oil Service & Tire Direct when you're in Ooltewah!

[Bo Watson @SenBoWatson]

Yesterday, I joined Volkswagen Chattanooga to celebrate the launch of their 2027 Atlas.

Volkswagen has had an incredible impact on Hamilton County and the region since coming here in 2011, and I was proud to be a part of welcoming the newest innovation being produced right here in our community.

First photo by Seth Carpenter, Chattanooga Times Free Press. Pictured are state Sen. Bo Watson; Jan Vycital, Volkswagen Group of America interim CEO; and Ludger Luerhrmann, Volkswagen Group of America executive vice president and chief engineering officer for the North American region.

Second photo by Volkswagen Group of America. Pictured are state Sen. Bo Watson; and a member of the Volkswagen Group of America leadership team.

[Bo Watson @SenBoWatson]

A brand new episode of my podcast, Tennessee Today, is out now! On this episode I spoke with Charles Wood, President & CEO of the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce.

Check it out anywhere you get your podcasts or at the link below:
https://t.co/1YfChq2K31

[Bo Watson @SenBoWatson]

Thank you to Nick Wilson, the Assistant Fire Chief at Hwy 58 Volunteer Fire Department, for your endorsement.

First responders and law enforcement officers deserve our unwavering support, and I will always advocate and stand up for them in any way I can.

The last day to register to vote is Monday, October 5th! Make sure you and your whole family are ready to cast your ballots.

https://t.co/ba20ipgGq6

[Bo Watson @SenBoWatson]

Thank you to my friend Commissioner Eversole for his endorsement and support.

There are 2 weeks left to register to vote. Make sure you do it before October 5th!

[Bo Watson @SenBoWatson]

A huge thank you to Ms. Lyon, my 6th-grade teacher at Normal Park Elementary, for her endorsement and support! I’m grateful to represent her voice in District 11. I would be honored to have your vote for my reelection.

[Bo Watson @SenBoWatson]

On this week's episode of Tennessee Today, I had the honor of speaking with Baron Herdelin-Doherty, CEO of the YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga.

We had a great conversation about the YMCA's mission, their work in the childcare space, and all of the programs they have to help our communities.

Check it out anywhere you get your podcasts or at https://t.co/dckYz5HIC1

[Bo Watson @SenBoWatson]

Last night, we officially kicked off my 2026 campaign for Senate District 11.

I’m excited to share with you our official campaign video, encompassing what we’ve accomplished and what more we can do, together.

My priorities remain:
- Continue to reduce taxes for Tennesseeans
- Continue to improve education and opportunity for all students
- Continue to strengthen public safety and support our first responders
- Continue to invest in our roads and bridges
- And continue to protect our conservative values that have made Tennessee strong for 130 years

Thank you to every supporter, volunteer, and constituent for your support.

My work isn’t done.

Let’s do this.

[Bo Watson @SenBoWatson]

Today, we celebrated an important step forward for the replacement of the Wilcox Boulevard Bridge with the ceremonial signing of a grant that will make this long-awaited project a reality.

This project has been talked about for a long time and will make a real difference for the people who live, work and travel through this part of our community.

This is a true investment for Hamilton County, and I am excited to see this become a reality.