Paul Bailey (politician)
Paul Bailey (born March 4, 1968) is an American politician. He serves as a Republican member of the Tennessee Senate, where he represents District 15. Paul Bailey is most well known for introducing a bill making it a felony to camp on public grounds. This bill has been opposed by nearly all homeless organizations nationwide.
Paul Bailey | |
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Member of the Tennessee Senate from the 15th district | |
Assumed office January 13, 2015 | |
Preceded by | Charlotte Burks |
Personal details | |
Born | March 4, 1968 |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Amy Bailey |
Children | 3 |
Education | White County High School |
Alma mater | Tennessee Tech University |
Early life
Paul Bailey was born on March 4, 1968.[1] He was educated at White County High School in Sparta, Tennessee.[1] He graduated from Tennessee Tech.[1]
Career
Bailey has been the general manager and vice president of Charles Bailey Trucking, Inc., a trucking company headquartered in Cookeville, Tennessee, for nearly three decades.[2] He is also a farmer.[1]
Bailey serves as a Republican member of the Tennessee Senate, where he represents District 15, encompassing Cumberland, Jackson, Overton, Bledsoe, Putnam, and White Counties.[3]
Bailey serves as the vice chairman of the National Reined Cow Horse Association.[4] He is a member of the National Rifle Association of America.[2]
Personal life
With his wife Amy, Bailey has three children. Jordan Bailey, Korry Cole, and youngest Caleb Bailey.[1] They reside in White County, Tennessee.[2] He is a Christian.[1]
References
- "Senator Paul Bailey". Tennessee General Assembly. Retrieved January 28, 2016.
- "About Paul Bailey". Paul Bailey for State Senate. Retrieved January 28, 2016.
- "Paul Bailey". Tennessee Senate Republican Caucus. Archived from the original on November 5, 2015. Retrieved January 28, 2016.
- "2015 NRCHA Board of Directors" (PDF). National Reined Cow Horse Association. Archived from the original (PDF) on January 2, 2016. Retrieved January 28, 2016.