Bryan Richey (born April 1, 1980) is an American businessman, realtor, and politician from Tennessee. He assumed office on January 10, 2023, as a Republican representative.
Early Life and Education:
- Born in Winter Garden, Florida, Richey was raised in Apopka, Florida.
- He graduated from Apopka High School and later attended Lake Sumter State College in Leesburg, Florida.
- Richey served in the United States Navy as an Mk-86 technician on the USS Gettysburg.
Political Career:
- In 2020, Richey ran for the Tennessee House of Representatives but lost in the Republican primary.
- Undeterred, he ran again in 2022 and secured victory, defeating the 14-year incumbent Bob Ramsey.
- Richey assumed office on January 10, 2023.
- He supports term limits in the Tennessee General Assembly and filed bills related to this issue.
- Notably, he advocated for the expulsion of Democratic lawmakers who violated decorum rules.
Personal Life:
- Richey resides in Maryville, Tennessee, with his family.
- He is married and has two children.
- His faith aligns with Baptist beliefs.
Electoral History:
- 2020 Republican primary: Tennessee House of Representatives 20th district
- Bob Ramsey: 68.2%
- Bryan Richey: 31.8%
- 2022 Republican primary: Tennessee House of Representatives 20th district
- Bryan Richey: 64.8%
- Bob Ramsey: 35.2%
- 2022 general election: Tennessee House of Representatives 20th district
- Bryan Richey: 100.0%
