Tennessee House of Representatives District 57 in Tennessee State House District 57, Tennessee

2026 Primary Election

• Susan M Lynn — Incumbent State Representative in TN

  Susan M. Lynn is an incumbent Republican State Representative for Tennessee's District 57, a position she has held since January 2013, having previously served from 2003-2010. She is seeking re-election in the 2026 Primary Election. Known for her dedication to public service and her constituents, Lynn has been involved in legislation such as requiring "Victims of Communism Day" instruction in schools, advocating for voter party affiliation in primaries, supporting cell-phone jamming systems in prisons, and prohibiting cell-cultured food products. She consistently works to uphold the values of her district in the legislative process.

• Matt Burchfield — Film and commercial producer and director in TN

  Matt Burchfield is a Wilson County producer, educator, and community volunteer running for the Democratic nomination for Tennessee House of Representatives District 57. A film and commercial producer and director, he was drawn to public service by his father, a police officer, and his Naval Corpsman grandfather. He is running to bring practical solutions to issues like rising costs for families, rather than political theater. Burchfield advocates for increased investment in public education, criticizing the state's low per-student spending and use of private school vouchers. He also stresses the need for focused leadership to tackle Tennessee's pressing infrastructure and traffic congestion problems.

• Heath Scott — Candidate for Tennessee House of Representatives in TN

  Heath Scott is a Democratic candidate vying for a seat in the Tennessee House of Representatives, representing District 57. He is on the ballot for the Democratic primary, scheduled for August 6, 2026, where he will compete against fellow Democrat Matt Burchfield. Should he secure the nomination, he would advance to the general election on November 3, 2026. While actively campaigning with an online presence via social media, he has not yet received endorsements from any Democratic or progressive organizations according to available information.