Rusty Grills

Rusty Grills is a candidate for Tennessee House of Representatives District 77 Primary Election in 2026 in Tennessee State House District 77, Tennessee.

Incumbent Tennessee House of Representatives - District 77 in Newbern, TN

Also running: Erin Jerrod Reid.

Rusty Grills is an incumbent Republican State Representative for Tennessee's District 77, currently serving his third term since first being elected in 2019. A 9th-generation farmer and proven conservative, he previously served 10 years as a Dyer County Commissioner, demonstrating fiscal responsibility by never voting to raise taxes. Grills champions family values and strong community engagement, advocating for West Tennessee. He resides in Newbern with his wife, Christi, and their two daughters, active in Lenox Baptist Church. Running for re-election in the 2026 Republican primary, Grills is committed to defending freedoms, promoting economic growth, and ensuring his district's voice is heard in the Tennessee General Assembly.