Currently holds the office of Tennessee House of Representatives - District 55 until November 3, 2026.
Candidate for Tennessee House of Representatives - District 55 in 2026 Tennessee Primary Election.
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Get StartedAccess to contraception and fertility treatments are also in jeopardy. The women and families of Tennessee deserve better. Learn more
We must also finally eliminate the excessive punishments and unnecessary prison sentences for simple possession of marijuana. Learn more
John Ray sincerely believes that every child deserves an equal opportunity to succeed, and opportunity is created in our public schools classrooms. To enact effective education policies and ensure the best possible outcomes for our students, John Ray solicits input from and listens to educators and administrators in our schools. Our teachers deserve more respect, more support and higher salaries. Learn more
John Ray fully understands the impact changing and unpredictable weather can have on a family’s bottom line and our local economies. Climate change is a real problem that requires immediate attention and real solutions. Learn more
Laws are needed to better protect our children, ensure that firearm possession is limited to those who do not pose a threat of harm to themselves or others, require responsible gun ownership, and reduce gun fire in our neighborhoods. Learn more
John Ray works with victims and advocates to push laws that will better protect our children in their schools from senseless gun violence. Learn more
With increased access to insurance coverage and care, we can make great strides towards staying healthy and ensuring healthcare equity. Learn more
Medicaid expansion is long overdue. By finally accepting the federal reimbursement dollars for Medicaid expansion, our hard-earned tax dollars would return to Tennessee and provide hundreds of thousands of Tennesseans who are in the “coverage gap” access to much-needed care. Learn more
John Ray advocates strongly for regional and interstate commuter rail, as well as other forms of public transit that are available to our city and state. While ongoing investments in our roads are necessary, our transportation problems cannot be fully solved with more lanes (and certainly not toll lanes). Learn more
Our rural communities require more investment to ensure their place in today’s economy. Learn more
From aging wastewater systems to roadways riddled with potholes to crumbling bridges, local economies require significant investment for the benefit of local economies statewide. Learn more
Tennessee deserves leaders who will take a stand against legislation or policies that discriminate against anyone. Learn more
The fiscal integrity of our state is in limbo, and John Ray continues to sound the alarm about the ongoing fiscal mismanagement and the need for our state to invest in families and lower costs of living. Learn more
Quality Job Creation Cost of Living Equal Pay The gender pay gap hurts our families, our businesses and our communities. Ensuring equal pay for equal work in a meaningful way is long overdue. Learn more
Developing local talent, creating an inclusive environment and supporting entrepreneurs will strengthen our communities, foster innovation and ultimately spur quality job growth. Learn more
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