Representative Jeremy Faison - Contact Information

Jeremy Faison, born on September 14, 1976, in Monroe, Georgia, is a dedicated public servant and a prominent figure in Tennessee politics. He represents all of Cocke County and part of Hamblen and Jefferson counties.

Education and Family:

• Faison was homeschooled from elementary through high school and received his high school diploma from Victory Christian Academy in Jacksonville, Florida, in 1995.
• He attended Clearwater College after high school.
• Faison and his wife homeschool all of their own children.
• He is married and has five children. The family resides in Cosby, Tennessee.

Professional and Civic Involvement:

• Faison is a worship leader at Crossroads Community Church.
• He plays several musical instruments.
• Alongside his political career, Faison and his wife own a pest and wildlife control business in Newport, Tennessee.
• He has been a past president of the Cocke County Republican Party and is a member of the Cocke County Chamber of Commerce.

Political Journey:

• In 2010, Faison defeated Eddie Yokley to become the Tennessee State Representative for the Eleventh District.
• As a staunch supporter of Second Amendment rights, he has received an “A” grade from the NRA Political Victory Fund.
• Faison has served during the 107th through the 111th General Assemblies.
• He previously chaired the House Government Operations Committee.
• Currently, he holds the position of Chairman of the House Republican Caucus, making him the second-ranking officer of the Caucus.

Notable Incidents:

• In 2019, Faison survived a severe car crash in Smith County, Tennessee, where he sustained injuries but recovered.
• In 2022, during a high school basketball match involving his son, Faison walked onto the court, confronted a referee, and attempted to pull the referee’s pants down. The incident garnered attention and led to his departure from the venue.
• In 2023, Faison supported a resolution to expel Democratic lawmakers from the legislature for violating decorum rules, an unprecedented move.

Jeremy Faison continues to be an influential voice in Tennessee politics, advocating for his constituents and championing conservative values.