State Executive Committeewoman District 11 in Tennessee State Senate District 11, Tennessee

2026 Primary Election

• Jane Armstrong — Retired Sunday School Teacher in Knoxville, TN

  Jane Armstrong is a long-standing and devoted resident of Knoxville, Tennessee, recognized for her deep community ties and faith. A cherished member of the First Presbyterian Church, she recently retired after dedicating 50 years to teaching Sunday School. Alongside her husband, Pat, with whom she has celebrated 60 years of marriage, Armstrong has been a faithful pillar of her community, with her husband also actively involved in church history and finances. Her decades of engagement underscore her commitment to service and her local roots.

• Tina J. Benkiser — Incumbent State Executive Committeewoman (District 11) in Signal Mountain, TN

  Tina J. Benkiser is an experienced leader in law and politics, currently serving as an incumbent Tennessee Republican Party State Executive Committeewoman for SD-11 and running for reelection. A licensed attorney in Tennessee and Texas, she lectures on business law and ethics at The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Benkiser is a long-time grassroots activist dedicated to promoting conservative principles and inspiring others to political involvement. Her extensive political background includes serving as Chairman of the Republican Party of Texas, a Republican National Committee member, and Senior Advisor to Gov. Rick Perry. She holds a JD from The University of Alabama and resides in Signal Mountain, TN.