10/19/22

Citizens, Businesses, and Communities Encouraged to Register and Participate at www.shakeout.org/centralus

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee will be among 14 central and southern U.S. states on Thursday, Oct., 20, 2022, coordinating the annual Great Central U.S. ShakeOut drill to raise awareness about the importance of catastrophic earthquake preparedness.

The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) is working to register businesses, communities, individuals, organizations, and schools for the ShakeOut drill so they can learn how to prevent damage and injuries in the event of a catastrophic earthquake.

“The Great Central U.S. ShakeOut is an opportunity to for all Tennesseans to take the necessary steps to prepare and plan for an earthquake event,” said TEMA Director Patrick Sheehan. “We don’t know when the next earthquakes will happen, but we can prepare and learn how to protect yourself, your family, your business, and your community before the ground starts shaking.”

During the ShakeOut drill, participants will practice the Drop, Cover, and Hold On technique, which is the proper self-protection measure in an earthquake. The technique’s actions are:
• DROP to the ground;

• Take COVER under a sturdy desk or table, or cover your head and neck with your arms;

• HOLD ON until the shaking stops.

Consumers should remember that traditional homeowner and business insurance policies do not cover earthquake damage. The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) reminds consumers that earthquake insurance is available to purchase in Tennessee from licensed insurance producers. An earthquake insurance policy can decrease financial losses in the aftermath of an earthquake.

Remember These Important Tips:

• When you shop for an earthquake policy, don’t forget about the deductible. A deductible is the amount the homeowner is responsible for paying on each claim. The deductible for earthquake insurance is usually 10% to 20% of the coverage limit. For example, if your home is insured for $200,000 a 10% deductible would be $20,000.

Tennessee Emergency Management Agency, 3041 Sidco Drive • Nashville, TN 37204 • Tel: 615-741-0001 • tn.gov/TEMA

• Depending on the policy, there may be separate deductibles. Your home, your belongings, and outside structures like detached garages and fences may all have individual deductibles. Make sure you know your policy.

• Some policies may pay up to the total of one or more of the coverage limits if the damage is more than the coverage limits. Always check with your insurance agent to learn how the deductible may work for your earthquake coverage.

The ShakeOut is free and open-to-the-public. To participate, and for more information, individuals and organizations can register at www.shakeout.org/centralus.

About the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency: TEMA’s mission is to coordinate preparedness, response and recovery from man-made, natural and technological hazards in a professional and efficient manner in concert with our stakeholders. Follow TEMA on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter, and, at www.tn.gov/tema.

 

1/25/22

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – On National Poll Worker Recruitment Day, Secretary of State Tre Hargett launched a new statewide campaign, Be an Election Hero. Become a Poll Worker., to encourage Tennesseans to serve their community as poll workers for the 2022 election cycle.
During early voting and on Election Day, poll workers help polling sites in their community run smoothly by conducting various tasks, including greeting voters, answering questions, explaining how to cast a ballot, and counting votes.
Poll workers are paid for working during early voting and on Election Day, as well as for attending required training sessions.
Most Tennesseans are eligible to work as poll workers, regardless of political affiliation. The minimum age to work as a poll worker is 16 years old. Anyone over 18 must be a registered voter in the county they are serving in.
Qualifications to Be a Tennessee Poll Worker:
• Be at least 16 years old
• Be a registered voter in the county if 18 or older
• Be able to read and write in the English language
• Not be a candidate or close relative of a candidate
• Not be supervised by a county or municipal elected worker on the ballot
Government Employees Who Can Serve as Poll Workers:
• All City, County and Metro employees (unless working directly under the supervision of an elected worker on the ballot)
• State of Tennessee employees
• Federal employees – consult your Human Resources Department to ensure eligibility
Established by the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, National Poll Worker Recruitment Day aims to raise awareness about the important role poll workers play in elections.
For the latest information about becoming a poll worker or upcoming Tennessee elections, follow the Secretary of State’s social media channels Twitter: @SecTreHargett, Facebook: Tennessee Secretary of State and Instagram: @tnsecofstate.
To step up to serve your community as a poll worker, apply now at GoVoteTN.gov.

 

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – A Marshall County woman is charged with TennCare fraud involving doctor shopping for drugs, which is the practice of visiting multiple physicians in a 30-day window to obtain multiple prescriptions for otherwise illegal drugs.

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) in a joint effort with the Lawrence County Sherriff’s Office today announced the arrest of 65-year old Annie R. Himes of Lewisburg, Tennessee. She’s charged with three counts of TennCare Fraud, a class D felony, with two counts filed in Maury County and the other in Lawrence County.

Investigators say that on three separate occasions, Himes knowingly obtained medical care and a controlled substance prescription and each time failed to tell providers about the other prescriptions.

“The state of Tennessee, with the help of our law enforcement communities, has emphasized a concerted effort to prevent doctor shopping and to fight the current state of the opioid epidemic,” Inspector Kim Harmon said. “Together we work to keep prescription drugs from being diverted to the streets of our hometowns.”

If convicted on all three counts, Himes could face penalties of up to a maximum of 36 years in prison. The case is being prosecuted by District Attorney General Brent Cooper.

The OIG, which is separate from TennCare, began full operation in February 2005 and has investigated cases leading to more than $3 million being repaid to TennCare, with a total estimated cost avoidance of more than $163.6 million for TennCare, according to latest figures. To date, 3,144 people have been charged with TennCare fraud.

Through the OIG Cash for Tips Program established by the Legislature, Tennesseans can get cash rewards for TennCare fraud tips that lead to convictions. Anyone can report suspected TennCare fraud by calling 1-800-433-3982, toll-free or by logging on to www.tn.gov/oig/ and following the prompts that read “Report TennCare Fraud.”

(NASHVILLE, Tenn.) — State Representative Rick Tillis (R-Lewisburg) recently was named Legislator of Year by the South Central Development District.

The annual award recognizes an outstanding legislator for his or her efforts to implement rural economic and community development projects, which are vital to job creation.

Tillis has been a strong advocate for the citizens of his community and rural Tennessee throughout his time serving in our General Assembly. He is committed to providing resources that increase economic and community development in Tennessee’s rural regions.

“It is a tremendous honor to receive this prestigious award from the South Central Development District,” said Representative Tillis. “I appreciate their committed partnership, and I know that together, we will continue to find ways to create jobs, and support economic growth in District 92 and in communities across Tennessee.”

Rick Tillis is the House Majority Whip for the 111th Tennessee General Assembly. He is also a member of the House Finance, Ways, & Means, House Local, and House State Committees, as well as the House Departments & Agencies and House Elections & Campaign Finance Subcommittees. Tillis lives in Lewisburg and represents Tennessee House District 92, which includes Marshall and parts of Franklin, Lincoln, and Marion Counties.