Lewis County Herald - Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898

Tax relief, public safety and education highlight fiscally responsible budget passed by General Assembly

The state budget led a host of important bills approved by lawmakers this week as the 2022 legislative session begins to close. The General Assembly, which is looking to adjourn soon, has completed the majority of its business with most of the remaining action pending on bills that were behind the budget due to their cost.

This year’s no-debt budget highlights lawmakers’ continuous efforts to cut taxes for Tennesseans, maintain fiscal responsibility, ensure public safety and priorit...