State Representative Michael Hale

08/06/2026

Polls are officially OPEN in all counties in District 40! All polls will close at 7:00 p.m. Central Time. Make sure you get out and vote today!

08/05/2026

Tomorrow is the primary election in Tennessee, and it's important to make your voice heard and vote! Below is a timeline of when polls open and close across District 40. If you have any questions about poll hours, voting locations, or anything else related to the election, reach out to your local election commission.

07/30/2026

Today, I was honored to be named as part of the inaugural Friend of Farm Bureau class. The Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation is doing great work all across our beautiful state, and I have had the pleasure of working alongside them during the past four years in the General Assembly. Thank you for the opportunity to serve in the legislature and work with these amazing men and women.

07/28/2026

Make sure to participate in Tennessee's Sales Tax Holiday this weekend! Stock up on clothes, computers, and supplies for the new school year!

Tax-free weekend is almost here!

Tennesseans can save on back-to-school supplies, clothing & more starting this Friday through Sunday.

Learn more at tntaxholiday.com

07/27/2026

Today is the last day to request an absentee ballot for the August primary election, and early voting ends on Saturday! Make sure to request your ballot or go in person to vote!

Tomorrow is the first day of early voting for the primary election! Find your early voting site at govotetn.gov. Make sure to take the time and go vote!

07/16/2026

Tomorrow is the first day of early voting for the primary election! Find your early voting site at govotetn.gov. Make sure to take the time and go vote!

07/13/2026

PRESS RELEASE: Rep. Michael Hale Secures More than $3.6 million for Roadway Projects

State Rep. Michael Hale announced that more than $3.6 million in state transportation funding has been awarded to Cannon and Jackson counties to support roadway improvement projects. Administered by the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), the funding will be used to resurface two critical state highways, improving safety, preserving existing infrastructure and enhancing travel across the Volunteer State.

The resurfacing projects are part of TDOT’s ongoing efforts to preserve Tennessee’s transportation network through proactive maintenance, helping provide safer, more reliable roadways while extending the lifespan of existing infrastructure.

“Maintaining Tennessee’s transportation infrastructure is one of the soundest investments we can make and projects like these reflect a commitment to responsible stewardship,” said Hale. “By preserving our existing roadways and addressing maintenance needs before more costly repairs become necessary, we’re not only improving safety and extending the life of our infrastructure; we're keeping our communities connected."

Cannon County has been awarded $2,398,466.34 to resurface state Route 53 from Pleasant Ridge to the DeKalb County line. Construction is expected to be completed by Oct. 31, 2026.

Jackson and Putnam counties have been awarded $1,276,444.47 to resurface State Route 290 from State Route 56 in Jackson County to Shipley Road in Putnam County. The project is expected to be completed by Oct. 30, 2026.

07/07/2026

The Tennessee Department of Safety and the Tennessee Highway Patrol have received reports of fraudulent text messages claiming you have unpaid traffic fines or that your driver's license will be suspended.

The Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security will NEVER send text messages demanding payment for traffic fines or threatening license suspension.
❌ Don't click links.
❌ Don't send payment.
✅ Delete the message and report it as spam.

For tips on common scams and how to protect yourself, visit the Tennessee Attorney General’s Division of Consumer Affairs: https://www.tn.gov/attorneygeneral/working-for-tennessee/consumer-affairs.html . If you are a victim of this scam, report your interaction to https://www.ic3.gov/

07/07/2026

Today, July 7, is the voter registration deadline to cast a ballot in the Thursday, August 6, 2026, State and Federal Primary and State and County General Election. Register to vote before the deadline at GoVoteTN.gov or the free GoVoteTN app.

07/04/2026

For 250 years, America has stood as a beacon of freedom, opportunity, and prosperity. Our nation has stood strong through wars, economic turmoil, and international crises. Today, we celebrate what it means to be an American and reflect on the blessings that we have. Happy Independence Day to you and your families. Have a blessed day of fun, family, and fireworks. Thank you for the opportunity to represent you in Nashville.