Tennessee House of Representatives District 69 in Tennessee State House District 69, Tennessee

2026 Primary Election

• Jody Barrett — Incumbent State Representative in Dickson, TN

  Joseph "Jody" M. Barrett is an incumbent Republican State Representative for Tennessee House District 69, having assumed office in 2022. An attorney and small business owner, Barrett is known for his aggressive, outspoken conservative leadership, advocating for policies that protect Second Amendment rights, support law enforcement, and foster economic growth. His legislative efforts include prohibiting gender-affirming surgeries for minors, extending COVID mandate protections, defining sex in state law, and banning ESG investments. He is seeking re-election in 2026 to continue defending Tennessee values and individual liberties. Wikipedia also notes he sponsored a 2026 amendment to introduce the death penalty for women who had abortions.

• Van Harris — Candidate for Tennessee House of Representatives in TN

  Van Harris is a Democratic candidate seeking election to the Tennessee House of Representatives, representing District 69. He is slated to appear on the Democratic primary ballot on August 6, 2026. In this primary election, Harris is running against fellow Democrat Rachael Murray. The general election for this seat is scheduled for November 3, 2026. The current incumbent for District 69, Jody Barrett, is running in the Republican primary.

• Rachael Murray — Candidate for Tennessee House of Representatives in TN

  Rachael Murray is a candidate for the Tennessee House of Representatives, seeking to represent District 69. She is running as a Democrat in the primary election, which is scheduled for August 6, 2026. If she secures the nomination, she will proceed to the general election on November 3, 2026.