Bill Lee
Recent News About Bill Lee
Gov. Lee Appoints Lance Villio to Lead Office of Faith-Based & Community Initiatives
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Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced the appointment of Lance Villio as executive director for the Governor’s Office of Faith-Based & Community Initiatives. Villio will fully transition to the role on October 1 as Dave Worland returns to the private sector.
Gov. Lee Renews Nationwide Pitch to Join TN Highway Patrol
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Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee released a nationwide Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) recruitment video and renewed efforts to welcome out of state law enforcement officers to Tennessee.
Gov. Lee Announces Judicial Appointments
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Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced two key judicial appointments.
Gov. Lee, TN Legislative Leadership Announce Additional Step to Support TBI and Accelerate Testing
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Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, Lieutenant Governor Randy McNally and Speaker Cameron Sexton announced a decisive step to accelerate the hiring process for 25 additional forensic lab positions at the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI).Taking this action ahead of the regular budget process will expedite the TBI’s efforts to expand testing capacity and reduce the turnaround time for sexual assault kits (SAKs).
Gov. Lee Appoints Deniece Thomas to Lead Department of Labor & Workforce Development
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Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced the appointment of Deniece Thomas as Commissioner for the Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development, effective September 30.
Gov. Lee Launches $100 Million Violent Crime Intervention Fund for Local Law Enforcement
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Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee launched the $100 million Violent Crime Intervention Fund and invited local law enforcement agencies to apply for grants that will be used to strengthen public safety in communities across Tennessee.
Gov. Lee Announces Additional Support for Local Law Enforcement Recruitment
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Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced two additional resources to support local law enforcement agencies in officer recruitment and training, following the recent launch of the $100 million Violent Crime Intervention Fund and continued Proven Crime Prevention investments.
Gov. Lee Announces Additional Support for Local Law Enforcement Recruitment
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Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced two additional resources to support local law enforcement agencies in officer recruitment and training, following the recent launch of the $100 million Violent Crime Intervention Fund and continued Proven Crime Prevention investments.
