Tennessee House of Representatives District 41 in Tennessee State House District 41, Tennessee

2026 Primary Election

• Ed Butler — Incumbent State Representative in Rickman, TN

  Ed Butler is an incumbent Republican State Representative for Tennessee's District 41, having served since November 2022. A self-employed small businessman with over two decades of experience, a U.S. Navy veteran, father, and husband, he upholds Christian values, hard work, and American exceptionalism. During his tenure, he has passed legislation expanding the Safe Haven Law and secured millions in funding for local projects, including the Livingston airport expansion, courthouse revitalization, and various community grants. He is seeking re-election in 2026 to continue improving economic growth in District 41, aiming to provide opportunities for families to thrive and future generations to remain in their communities, preserving local traditions and values.

• R. Jason Goodman — Candidate for Tennessee House of Representatives in TN

  R. Jason Goodman is a Democratic candidate seeking election to the Tennessee House of Representatives for District 41 in 2026. He is slated to run in the Democratic primary on August 6, 2026. Goodman's professional background includes experience as an electrical engineer. He is an alumnus of Wartburg Central High School and earned his bachelor's degree from Tennessee Tech University in 1983. Goodman has actively engaged with voters by completing Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey for his campaign. He is not currently an incumbent for this legislative seat.