Dennis Powers (born 1953) is an American politician. He serves as a Republican member of the Tennessee House of Representatives for the 36th District, encompassing Campbell County Union and part of Claiborne Counties.
Early Life and Education:
- Born on September 14, 1953, in LaFollette, Tennessee.
- Graduated from LaFollette High School.
- Received a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Tennessee in Knoxville.
Career:
- Worked at Baird Supply Company, Furtex Corporation, and LaFollette Hardware and Lumber Co.
- Electronic data processing technician for Union Carbide (a subsidiary of Dow Chemical) in Oak Ridge.
- Energy Department Manager of the East Tennessee Human Resource Agency (ETHRA).
- Currently works as an insurance agent.
- Former president of the Campbell County Young Republicans.
- Since 2010, he has served seven terms as a state representative.
Affiliations and Philanthropy:
- Member of the Tennessee Tea Party, The Heritage Foundation, and the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC).
- Active in community organizations, including Friends of Cove Lake State Park and Boy Scouts of America.
- Volunteers at LaFollette Medical Center.
- Supports philanthropic endeavors such as the Wounded Warrior Project, the American Cancer Society, and Relay for Life.
Political Stances:
- Supported a resolution to expel three Democratic lawmakers from the legislature for violating decorum rules in 2023.
- Advocated for expanding execution methods in Tennessee to include electrocution and firing squads.
Personal Life:
- Married to Tracy (Adkins) Powers.
- Members of the First Baptist Church of Jacksboro since 1990.
