Kip Capley

State Representative, Tennessee · District 71

Kip Capley (born March 18, 1997) is an American politician from Tennessee. He is a Republican and represents District 71 in the Tennessee House of Representatives. As of 2023, Capley is the youngest member of the State House.

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Role State Representative

Current office, as recorded in the directory.

District District 71

The district this member is elected from.

Service since 2024

Dates of service on record.

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Biography

Kip Capley (born March 18, 1997) is an American politician from Tennessee. He is a Republican and represents District 71 in the Tennessee House of Representatives. As of 2023, Capley is the youngest member of the State House.1

Born and raised in Middle Tennessee, Capley graduated from Zion Christian Academy in Columbia, Tennessee. He attended Middle Tennessee State University, earning a Bachelor of Science in history and political science. During his time at MTSU, he became a founding member of the school’s Turning Point USA chapter. Capley also holds a Master of Business Administration from Trevecca Nazarene University.

In 2022, Capley ran for the State House seat to succeed David Byrd, who decided not to seek re-election. He won the Republican primary and defeated Democrat David Carson in the general election. Capley has been an advocate for decorum rules, supporting resolutions to expel three Democratic lawmakers from the legislature in 2023.

Biography: Kip Capley earned a B.S. in political science and history from Middle Tennessee State University and an M.B.A. in healthcare management from Trevecca Nazarene University. His career experience includes working as a consultant. Capley (Republican Party) is a member of the Tennessee House of Representatives, representing District 71. He assumed office on November 8, 2022, and is running for re-election to represent District 71.

About Kip Capley:

  • Born and raised in Middle Tennessee, proud 7th Generation Tennessean
  • Master’s of Business Administration and Healthcare Administration, Trevecca Nazarene University
  • Bachelor’s of Science in History and Political Science, Middle Tennessee State University
  • Member of Mars Hill Baptist Church, Lawrenceburg, TN

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References

  1. Official website. wapp.capitol.tn.gov. Retrieved October 10, 2026.