| Full Name: | Bo Watson |
|---|---|
| Office: | State Senate (TN) - District 11, Republican |
| First Elected: | 11/02/2004 |
| Last Elected: | 11/02/2010 |
| Next Election: | 2014 |
| Gender: | Male |
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| Family: | Spouse: Jill; 1 Child: Grey |
| Birth Date: | 10/21/1960 |
| Religion: | Methodist |
Summary
Senator Bo Watson
Issue Category:
- Select One down
- Abortion
- Abortion and Reproductive
- Agriculture and Food
- Animals and Wildlife
- Arts and Entertainment
- Budget, Spending and Taxes
- Business and Consumers
- Campaign Finance and Elections
- Civil Liberties and Civil Rights
- Conservative
- Crime
- Death Penalty
- Defense
- Drugs
- Education
- Employment and Affirmative Action
- Energy
- Environment
- Executive Branch
- Federal, State and Local Relations
- Foreign Affairs
- Gambling and Gaming
- Government Operations
- Guns
- Health and Health Care
- Housing and Property
- Immigration
- Indigenous Peoples
- Judicial Branch
- Labor Unions
- Legislative Branch
- Liberal
- Marriage, Family, and Children
- Military Personnel
- National Security
- Science
- Senior Citizens
- Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
- Social
- Stem Cell Research
- Technology and Communication
- Trade
- Transportation
- Unemployed and Low-Income
- Veterans
- Women
Recent Key Votes
SB 142 - Authorizes Handguns in Parking Areas
Legislation (Yea)
Feb. 11, 2013 - Authorizes individuals with handgun carry permits to transport and store firearms or ammunition in their privately owned vehicles in any public or private parking ...
SB 3597 - Prohibits Discrimination Against Religious Student Groups at Public Universities
Legislation (Yea)
April 30, 2012 - Prohibits a state higher education institution from discriminating against or denying recognition, funds, or facilities to a student organization based on the religious nature ...
HB 2566 - Increases Kindergarten Age Requirements
More Key Votes
Legislation (Yea)
April 26, 2012 - Authorizes a child who is 4 years old on or before July 31 to enter kindergarten in any public school if it is determined ...
Recent Public Statements
Issue Position: Healthcare
Bo is an avid supporter of preventative healthcare, where exercise and good eating habits reduce the possibilities of preventable diseases and conditions. Bo also believes ...
Issue Position: 2nd Amendment
Bo believes the language of the United States Constitution is clear: "the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed." ...
Issue Position: Government
More Public Statements
A smaller government is more effective at addressing the needs of individuals. Bo believes that the government that is closest to home is the best, ...
Recent Interest Group Ratings
| Span | Name | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Tennessee Right to Life (TRL) Positions | 100% |
| 2011-2012 | Tennessee National Federation of Independent Business Positions | 100% |
| 2011 | Tennessee Conservation Voters Positions | 27% |
Campaign Finances
| Top industry | Health Professionals ($16,050.00) |
| Source | FollowTheMoney.org |
Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)
Bo Watson refused to tell citizens where he stands on any of the issues addressed in the 2010 Political Courage Test, despite repeated requests from Vote Smart, national media, and prominent political leaders.
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Contact Information
Capitol Email
sen.bo.watson@capitol.tn.gov
Capitol Website
http://www.legislature.state.tn.us/senate/members/s11.html
District Website - Facebook
http://www.hs.facebook.com/pages/Bo-Watson/112524312096672
Capitol
301 6th Avenue North
Suite 13 Legislative Plaza
Nashville, TN 37243
Phone: 615-741-3227
Fax: 615-253-0280
District
1607 Gunston Hall Road
Hixson, TN 37343
