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Tim Hicks
born 1963-08-29 (Age 62)
Office history
Current office and 2026 campaign
Tim Hicks is a Republican member of the Tennessee House of Representatives representing District 6, having assumed office on January 12, 2021 2. His current term is scheduled to end on November 3, 2026 1. Hicks is seeking re-election to the Tennessee House of Representatives for District 6 and appears on the ballot in the Republican primary scheduled for August 6, 2026 1.
Background and education
Tim Hicks was born on August 29, 1963 2. He graduated from Daniel Boone High School in 1981 12. There is no information available in the provided sources regarding his university education or religious affiliation.
Career
Tim Hicks graduated from Daniel Boone High School in 1981 12. He is a businessman who owns and operates Hicks Construction, a full-service construction company serving East Tennessee since 2003 12712. The firm handles custom new construction, additions, remodels, renovations, commercial projects, and specialized carpentry 7. Neil Hicks, identified as the "Hicks" behind the business, began working in residential and commercial contracting in 1993 after gaining framing experience in 1988 13. He became a licensed contractor in 2003 1213.
Hicks self-describes as a home builder who has employed and helped rehabilitate dozens of addicts in recovery, emphasizing the importance of workforce development and job training 5. Hicks Construction is listed with the Johnson City Chamber of Commerce at an address in Gray, Tennessee 11. While other family members have been involved in long-standing construction and real estate enterprises in the region since 1968, such as Thomas R. Hicks Construction and The Hicks Group Real Estate LLC, sources specifically attribute the ownership of Hicks Construction to Tim Hicks 8910.
Office history
Tim Hicks was elected to the Tennessee House of Representatives for District 6 in November 2020 and assumed office on January 12, 2021 12. He succeeded James Van Huss in the seat 2. His current term is scheduled to end on November 3, 2026 1. During his tenure, he has served as a member of the General Assembly representing District 6 3.
In the 2023–2024 legislative session, Hicks was assigned to committee duties within the House 1. As a state representative, he has engaged in legislative activities such as securing earmarked funding; for example, in July 2025, he secured $50,000 in state funds to support the Johnson City Railroad Experience 6.
Hicks is currently running for re-election to the Tennessee House of Representatives to represent District 6 in the Republican primary scheduled for August 6, 2026 1. The outcome of this upcoming election is unknown.
Legislative record and accomplishments
Tim Hicks serves on the Tennessee House of Representatives, representing District 6 1. He assumed office on January 12, 2021, following his initial election in November 2020 2. As a member of the Republican Party, he is currently serving a term that ends on November 3, 2026 1.
In July 2025, Hicks secured $50,000 in state funding earmarked from the State Museum grant pool to support the Johnson City Railroad Experience 6. This funding was designated to support the museum’s programs, historical collections, educational exhibits, and immersive experiences 6. Hicks stated that the initiative helps preserve the community's history rooted in the railroad industry 6.
Hicks identifies as a leader focused on education policy, advocating for school choice, accountability in schools, and innovation in education 5. He also emphasizes securing economic freedom and supporting workforce development and job-training initiatives 5. Hicks notes that his background as a home builder has allowed him to employ and help rehabilitate individuals in recovery 5.
Specific legislative bill numbers sponsored by Hicks are not detailed in the provided source material. Information regarding his specific committee assignments is incomplete in the available records 1.
Business interests and wealth source
Tim Hicks is a businessman who owns Hicks Construction 1. He identifies as a home builder in East Tennessee and states that he has employed and helped rehabilitate dozens of addicts in recovery through his business ventures 5. Hicks describes himself as a job-creator who emphasizes the importance of workforce development and job-training for economic success 5.
Public financial disclosure records are tracked by LegiStorm, which notes that new personal financial disclosures for Hicks have been added to its database 4. Specific details regarding his family wealth source, ownership stakes in other entities, or sales of businesses are not detailed in the available sources.
Family
Hicks is married to Keri and has one child 2.
Sources
Public filings
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Tennessee — campaign finance (search)
- State offices (Governor, US Senate, US Rep, TN Senate, TN House, State Executive Committee) — Tennessee Registry of Election Finance. Click Search for Candidates and PACs, enter last name “Hicks”, and submit.
- County and municipal offices (County Mayor, Commissioner, Sheriff, School Board, court clerks, municipal alderman, etc.) — most major TN counties use the EasyVote portal. Select the relevant county and search by candidate name (“Hicks”).
Tennessee — statement of interest
- Required for state and local officials and candidates — Tennessee Ethics Commission Conflict of Interest Search. Enter last name “Hicks”and, if needed, select the applicable position.