“Man becomes great exactly in the degree in which he works for the welfare of his fellow-men.” ~ Mahatma Gandhi
This week, we are proud to recognize Jay Reedy as our Hero of the Week. Reedy has represented the 74th district of the Tennessee House of Representatives, covering Houston, Humphreys, and Montgomery Counties, since 2015. Reedy is a dedicated husband and father and possesses a wide range of skills, expertise, and talents that extend beyond politics. He is a certified locksmith, holds a Bachelor of Science degree in agriculture, and is also a Master Beef Certified Cattle Farmer in Houston County, highlighting his passion for agriculture.
In addition to Reedy’s professional accomplishments, he has also served as an Army Reserve officer, exemplifying his dedication to serving his country.
Reedy filed Tennessee House Bill 1609 (HB1609) for introduction in the 2024 legislative session, titled the “Defend the Guard Act”; the bill would require the governor to stop unconstitutional foreign combat deployments of the state’s National Guard troops. According to the bill summary:
“As introduced, [the bill] prohibits the Tennessee national guard, or a member of the national guard, from being released from state duty into federal active duty combat unless the United States congress has passed an official declaration of war or has taken an official action pursuant to Article 1, Section 8, Clause 15, of the United States Constitution to explicitly call forth the Tennessee national guard or a member of the national guard for the enumerated purposes to expressly execute the laws of the union, repel an invasion, or suppress an insurrection. – Amends TCA Title 58, Chapter 1.”
Reedy’s commitment to public service and hard work inspire. He is an example of what it means to be a hero in one’s community.
Related:
Tennessee General Assembly: House of Representatives
Jay D. Reedy, State Representative, 74th Legislative District (website)
Defend the Guard: Uphold the Constitution
National Guard: Service in the War on Terror
