Tennessee State Senate District 7

Current seat holder: Richard Briggs.

Bryan Langan

Bryan Langan Langan qualified under Tennessee election law to appear on the November 2026 general election ballot representing the communities of Tennessee State Senate District 7 in the 2027 legislative session.

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“I’ve been a worker my whole life. I’ve worked in kitchens, grocery, water treatment, and in the trades as a plumber. I am a regular Tennessean who is trying to make a difference. I’m a husband, and the dad of an amazing daughter. When elected, I will work for all Tennesseans.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)
“Public Schools - I will work to ensure public funds stay in public schools. It is past time to fully fund our schools, give our teachers raises and invest in improving our facilities to provide our students with the best education possible.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)
“Infrastructure - As we invest in the infrastructure of Tennessee we must be committed to expanding broadband to rural and underserved areas. We must also invest in upgrading our sewage systems. We are growing fast and many of our sewers can no longer handle the load resulting in overflow and E.coli contamination of our waterways.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)

Richard Briggs

Richard Briggs Richard Briggs has a passion for service. Briggs promises to continue serving this district with honor and integrity.

· Official legislative page · Campaign website

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“The Governor and Tennessee Legislature have have made Tennessee one of the best financially managed states in the country with a business friendly, conservative philosophy. We are the fastest improving state in educational achievement while recording the lowest unemployment level in the state’s history.” (Campaign website)
“Tennessee must continue the strong commitment to education and support of our teachers and students. We have become the national envy for our progress and cannot step back.” (Campaign website)
“Children born to addicted mothers have behavioral and learning disabilities not responding to special education methods. Over 90% of the crime in our community relates back to opiate addiction and continues to increase.” (Campaign website)