Dennis Powers
Profile
Dennis Powers is an American politician serving as a Republican member of the Tennessee House of Representatives for the 36th district since 2011. Born in LaFollette, Tennessee, he holds a degree in business administration from the University of Tennessee. Before his legislative career, he worked in various roles including as a machinist, an electronic data processing technician, and an insurance agent. In the legislature, Powers has been involved in debates regarding criminal justice reform, including the introduction of legislation concerning execution methods, and has supported measures regarding legislative decorum. He is active in numerous civic and professional organizations, including the National Rifle Association and the Tennessee Tea Party.
Details
- Born
- September 14, 1953 · 72 years old
- Birth place
- LaFollette, Tennessee
- Education
- LaFollette High School; University of Tennessee, Knoxville
- Career
- Salesman at Baird Supply Company; machinist at Furtex Corporation; electronic data processing technician at Union Carbide; Energy Department Manager at East Tennessee Human Resource Agency; insurance agent
