Rep. David Hawk says Gov. Bill Lee’s veto of a 911 surcharge bill was unexpected; override seen as unlikely.
WHO:State Rep. David Hawk; Gov. Bill Lee
WHAT:Gov. Lee vetoed a bill (Senate Joint Resolution 48) that would have increased Tennessee’s 911 surcharge to fund dispatch agencies, including Greene County 911.
WHEN:May 25, 2026 at 5:12 AM ET
WHERE:Greene County, Tennessee
WHY:The veto was issued despite broad bipartisan approval in both the Tennessee Senate and House.
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