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Bredesen Heralds Progress in Education

Released on Thu, Jan 29, 2009 - 4:57 pm under

NASHVILLE - Governor Phil Bredesen today thanked the Tennessee Higher Education Commission and the State Board of Education, meeting jointly in Nashville, for their partnership in the state’s progress to better equip students to succeed in higher education and the workplace. Last year, Tennessee officially adopted more rigorous high school graduation requirements and revised academic standards to be more competitive on a national level.

Bredesen Statement on English-only Vote

Released on Fri, Jan 23, 2009 - 10:50 am under

On Rejection of "English-Only" Amendment Vote in Nashville/Davidson County

“Nashville voters have voiced their opinion at the polls and spoke loudly in support of moving Nashville forward in important areas like new business recruiting and tourist development. When Andrea and I came to Nashville as a young couple, we found an open and accepting community that made us feel at home. Nashville has affirmed it is still that kind of place.”

Bredesen Names Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Released on Tue, Jan 20, 2009 - 4:00 pm under

NASHVILLE – Governor Phil Bredesen today named appointments to 21 state boards and commissions.  

“The state of Tennessee is very fortunate to have citizens like these 45 men and women who are willing to serve the state through its boards and commissions,” Bredesen said. “They will be valuable additions to the respective boards they have been appointed to represent, and I appreciate their commitment and willingness to serve.”

Bredesen Statement on Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Released on Mon, Jan 19, 2009 - 9:00 am under

"Today we commemorate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and honor his fight to achieve equality and freedom for all Americans. On the celebration of what would have been his 80th birthday, we remember the hope he inspired in his and in future generations.

Governor Bredesen Joins Board of Achieve Inc.

Released on Fri, Jan 16, 2009 - 12:11 pm under

Bipartisan Organization Dedicated to Raising Academic Standards
to Better Prepare Students

NASHVILLE - Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen has accepted an invitation to join the board of directors of Achieve Inc., a bipartisan nonprofit based in Washington, D.C. The board is comprised of six governors, three republican and three democrat, and six leading chief executive officers. Bredesen will fill a seat being vacated by North Carolina Governor Michael F. Easley as his term as governor ends.
 
"The work of Achieve to develop more rigorous academic standards is better preparing our nation's students to succeed in both college and career, and I'm pleased to have the opportunity to become even more involved in this important work," said Bredesen.

Bredesen Names John Morgan Deputy Governor

Released on Fri, Jan 16, 2009 - 10:32 am under
John Morgan
John Morgan

NASHVILLE – Governor Phil Bredesen today named John Morgan as Deputy to the Governor. Morgan replaces outgoing Deputy to the Governor Stuart Brunson, who announced plans to leave the administration earlier this month.

“John Morgan understands the organization and issues of state government as well as anyone I know,” said Bredesen. “He’s intelligent, well regarded and an outstanding leader. He will be a valuable addition to my team, and I’m very pleased he has agreed to continue his service to the state in this new role.”
 
Morgan is a 31-year veteran employee of the state of Tennessee. In 1999, he was elected Comptroller of the Treasury to replace retiring comptroller William R. Snodgrass and served five consecutive two-year terms as one of the state’s three constitutional officers.

Bredesen Requests Federal Farm Assistance for Giles and Macon Counties

Released on Thu, Jan 15, 2009 - 8:15 am under

NASHVILLE - Governor Phil Bredesen has requested a federal designation of agricultural disaster for Giles and Macon counties as a result of drought conditions during the 2008 growing season. Bredesen made the request this week in a letter to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Ed Schafer.

“A disaster designation for these counties will be important for getting much needed federal assistance in the hands of farmers to help them recover from last year’s drought,” said Bredesen. “I’m pleased that USDA has acted on my earlier requests and I urge their consideration of these additional counties.”

Bredesen Appoints McClarty to Court of Appeals

Released on Wed, Jan 14, 2009 - 11:57 am under

NASHVILLE - Governor Phil Bredesen today appointed John Westley McClarty to the Tennessee Court of Appeals, Eastern Section. McClarty, who is a solo practitioner in Chattanooga, Tenn., fills a vacancy created in September by the Governor’s appointment of Sharon Gail Lee to the Tennessee Supreme Court.

“John McClarty has developed extensive civil and criminal trial experience in his career, and I am confident he will carry out his duties on the Court of Appeals in the same thoughtful and professional manner in which he has practiced law in Tennessee for more than 30 years,” said Bredesen. “I am pleased to appoint John to this seat, and I appreciate his willingness to serve in this position.”

Bredesen Announces Order Formalizing Cleanup and Compliance Process for TVA

Released on Tue, Jan 13, 2009 - 12:39 pm under

NASHVILLE - Governor Phil Bredesen and Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke announced today the issuance of an Enforcement Order against TVA pertaining to ongoing cleanup activities in Kingston and the stability of other TVA sites in Tennessee. The Order was issued in follow-up to Bredesen’s directives for ongoing state involvement in the response effort and his call for greater regulatory oversight of TVA.

“I am committed to making sure this spill is cleaned up and doing everything we can to prevent any similar situation in the future,” said Bredesen. “I’m also committed to making sure Tennessee taxpayers don’t foot the bill. This Order requires TVA to reimburse the Department of Environment and Conservation for expenses incurred overseeing cleanup and further investigative activities.”

Bredesen Announces Federal Farm Assistance Granted for Nine Tennessee Counties

Released on Thu, Jan 08, 2009 - 3:38 pm under

NASHVILLE - Governor Phil Bredesen today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture has designated nine more counties in Tennessee as natural disaster areas for agriculture due to drought conditions in 2008.

“In addition to dealing with financial difficulties, just like other sectors of our economy, farmers were hit hard by extreme weather conditions this past season,” said Bredesen. “I’m glad that USDA has acted on my request and hope it will help many producers recover some of their losses and better manage higher feed costs through the winter.”   
 
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