| Full Name: | Steve Southerland |
|---|---|
| Current Office: | State Senate - District 1, Republican |
| First Elected: | 11/05/2002 |
| Last Elected: | 11/02/2010 |
| Next Election: | 2014 |
| Gender: | Male |
| Family: | Wife: Cheri; 1 Child, Mattea |
| Birth Date: | 03/08/1955 |
| Religion: | Baptist |
Senator Steve Southerland
Biographical
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
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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 | 9% |
Campaign Finances
| Top industry | Health Professionals ($5,100.00) |
| Source | FollowTheMoney.org |
Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)
Steve Southerland 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.steve.southerland@capitol.tn.gov
Capitol Website
http://www.legislature.state.tn.us/senate/members/s1.html
Capitol
301 6th Avenue North
Suite 10 Legislative Plaza
Nashville, TN 37243
Phone: 615-741-3851
Fax: 615-253-0330
District
4648 Harbor Drive
Morristown, TN 37814
Phone: 423-587-6167