Early Life and Education Chris Hurt was born on July 5, 1972. He attended Halls High School in Halls, Tennessee, and later earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Lambuth University.
Career and Community Involvement
- From 2000 to 2014, Hurt served as a teacher and the head football coach at Halls High School.
- He is also a real estate broker.
Political Career
- Chris Hurt was first elected to the Tennessee House of Representatives in 2018.
- He represents District 82, which includes parts of Lauderdale, Haywood, and Crockett counties.
- Committee Assignments: Hurt serves on the Commerce Committee, Business Subcommittee, Education Committee, Higher Education Subcommittee, Transportation Committee, and Infrastructure Subcommittee.
- In 2023, he supported a resolution to expel three Democratic lawmakers from the legislature for violating decorum rules.
Political Positions
- Hurt self-identifies as a conservative Republican.
- He is “100% pro-life.”
- Opposes same-sex marriage.
- Supports gun rights.
- Opposes illegal immigration and sanctuary cities.
Personal Life
- Chris Hurt is married to Dawn Hurt, and they have five children.
- He attends First Baptist Church in Halls.
