Senator John Stevens - Contact Information

John Stevens (born October 18, 1973) is an American politician serving in the Tennessee Senate from the 24th district. He is a member of the Republican Party.

Early Life: John Stevens was born on October 18, 1973. He attended the University of Tennessee at Martin from 1992 to 1996, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in political science and English. Later, he attended Cumberland School of Law and the University of Memphis, where he earned his Juris Doctor.

Political Career:

• In 2012, Stevens won the Republican primary against Danny C. Jowers for a seat in the Tennessee Senate from the 24th district. He went on to defeat Democratic nominee Brad Thompson in the general election.
• In 2016, Stevens secured victory in both the Republican primary and general election without opposition.
• During the 2020 Republican primary, Governor Bill Lee campaigned for Stevens, and he defeated Casey L. Hood.
• Stevens endorsed Bill Hagerty during the 2020 United States Senate election in Tennessee.

Committee Roles:

• First Vice-Chair of the Senate Finance Committee.
• Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee, which reviews and approves or rejects all Senate amendments to the proposed budget.

Ratings:

• American Conservative Union: 100% rating (2017).
• NRA Political Victory Fund: "A+" rating and endorsement for reelection in 2020.
• Americans for Prosperity: Rating of 108% (2020).

Senator Stevens represents Benton, Carroll, Gibson, Henry, Houston, Obion, Stewart, and Weakley Counties in Northwest Tennessee. Notably, he is the first Republican to ever represent Obion and Weakley counties in the State Senate