FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 20, 2025
CONTACT Molly Gormley 615-741-5336
NASHVILLE, TN – State Senator Kerry Roberts (R-Springfield) announces his new committee assignments for the 114th General Assembly, staff changes, and a new office location.
“It’s an honor to join Chair Dawn White on the Senate Committee for Education and Chair Richard Briggs on the Senate Committee State and Local Government,” said Roberts. “I’ll continue to serve on the Senate Judiciary Committee and assist Chair Todd Gardenhire as Vice-Chair.”
Senator Roberts chaired the Senate Committee for Government Operations for the past six years and served on the committee for over ten years.
“During my tenure on Government Operations, I’ve had the joy of partnering with the administrations of Governor Haslam and Governor Lee to make Tennessee one of the best managed and constituent-focused state governments in America. We’ve accomplished so much and the time has come to turn the gavel over to Senator Ed Jackson. Chairman Jackson has served alongside me for many years and I’m extremely confident in his leadership and ability to continue our important work.”
Senator Roberts welcomes Lisa Falkenbach as his new legislative assistant.
“Lisa has a distinguished career in the General Assembly,” said Roberts. “We first met when she worked for Speaker Beth Harwell. Over the years, I’ve been impressed with her positive attitude and willingness to help. Her knowledge and experience will benefit our constituents in the 23rd Senate District.”
Senator Roberts also praised previous Legislative Assistant Janet Batchelor, who moved to Leader Jack Johnson’s office.
“Janet did a wonderful job in our office,” he added. “She is well-known and loved by many Tennesseans in our district for her help in solving countless constituent problems. She was also an outstanding member of the Government Operations team. We are excited for her as she embarks on a new opportunity in Leader Johnson’s office.”
Senator Roberts’ office is now in Suite 746 on the 7th floor of the Cordell Hull Building.
More information on Senator Roberts can be found at www.kerryroberts.com/news or www.capitol.tn.gov.