Tennessee House of Representatives District 84 in Tennessee State House District 84, Tennessee

2026 Primary Election

• Kyler L. Gilkey — Legislative Assistant in Memphis, TN

  Kyler Gilkey, a Memphis native and Democrat, is running for the Tennessee House of Representatives, District 84, to bring fresh leadership and results-driven solutions. A University of Memphis alumnus with degrees in Political Science and Criminal Justice, he has extensive experience as a policy advisor in the U.S. House of Representatives, having worked for Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager Dove and Congressman Steve Cohen. Gilkey champions strong schools, safe neighborhoods, affordable housing, and economic opportunities for all Tennesseans. He has been recognized as a "Changemaker 40 Under 40" and served as a 2024 Democratic National Convention Delegate.

• Joe Towns Jr. — Incumbent Tennessee House of Representatives District 84 in Memphis, TN

  Joe Towns Jr. is a long-serving member of the Tennessee House of Representatives, representing District 84. A Democrat, he assumed office in 1994 and is currently an incumbent. He is seeking re-election for the same position in the 2026 Democratic primary, scheduled for August 6, 2026. His current term is set to conclude on November 3, 2026. Towns resides in Memphis, Tennessee, and has engaged with constituents by hosting town hall meetings to discuss topics such as redistricting across the state.