{"age":35,"biography":"## Current office and 2026 campaign\n\nTorrey C. Harris is a Democratic member of the Tennessee House of Representatives representing District 91 [1]. He assumed office on November 8, 2022, following his election to the newly redrawn district after previously serving in District 90 from January 2021 [1][3]. His current term is scheduled to end on November 3, 2026 [1].\n\nHarris is seeking re-election to the Tennessee House of Representatives for District 91 in the 2026 cycle [1]. He is listed as a candidate on the ballot for the Democratic primary, which is scheduled for August 6, 2026 [1]. As of May 2026, the outcome of this upcoming election remains unknown.\n\n## Background and education\n\nTorrey C. Harris was born on March 12, 1991 [3]. He is a Christian and a member of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity [11]. Harris earned a degree in industrial and organizational psychology from Christian Brothers University [11].\n\n## Career\n\nPrior to his legislative service, Harris worked as a human resources director for Shelby County Government and served as a chief operating officer [11]. He also operated as a public relations consultant through his firm, Harris Public Relations, which he describes as a national strategic communications firm focusing on traditional and digital strategies [13][14]. His professional background includes an investor role and work in industrial and organizational psychology, for which he holds a degree from Christian Brothers University [11][1].\n\nHarris is the president and CEO of Harris Public Relations, where he manages media relations and social media campaigns for clients across various sectors [15]. He has also been an elected member of the National Black Caucus of State Legislators [16].\n\n## Office history\n\nTorrey C. Harris first ran for the Tennessee House of Representatives in 2018, challenging incumbent John DeBerry in District 90 but losing that race [6][9]. He was subsequently elected to the Tennessee House of Representatives in November 2020 and assumed office on January 12, 2021, representing the 90th district [3][11]. During his tenure in the 90th district, Harris served as one of the youngest state legislators and the first openly LGBTQ+ member of the Tennessee House [3][4][9].\n\nFollowing redistricting, Harris ran for re-election to represent the newly drawn District 91. He won the general election on November 8, 2022, and assumed office in the 91st district that same day [1][10]. Members of the Tennessee House serve two-year terms without term limits [2]. As a state representative, Harris serves on the Children & Families Committee, Government Operations Committee, Education Instruction Committee, and Civil Justice Committee [4]. He has sponsored legislation such as House Bill 1448, which would allow for the recall of local elected officials [12].\n\n## Legislative record and accomplishments\n\nRepresentative Harris serves on the Children & Families Committee, Government Operations Committee, Education Instruction Committee, and Civil Justice Committee [4]. He has sponsored and co-sponsored 51 pieces of legislation, stating that his goal is to improve the criminal justice system for juveniles and make Tennessee better for working people and children [4].\n\nIn October 2025, Harris filed House Bill 1448, a measure designed to create a process for voters to recall local elected officials [12]. He described the legislation as a way to return accountability to \"the people\" during a disagreement over shortening some school board terms [12].\n\nHarris has been involved in discussions regarding public safety operations, providing clarity on the role of the Tennessee National Guard in the Memphis Safe Task Force [5]. In a letter posted to social media, he stated that the troops would serve in supportive, non-enforcement roles such as community safety patrols, traffic control, and site security, assisting local law enforcement without replacing them [5].\n\n## Documented disputes and controversies\n\nIn 2018, Harris ran for Tennessee House District 90 against incumbent John DeBerry and lost [7]. He defeated DeBerry in the subsequent election, winning by a margin of more than three-to-one and receiving 77% of the vote [6][9]. The victory unseated the 13-term incumbent, who had held the seat since 1994 [9].\n\nIn July 2023, Metro Nashville Police charged Harris with theft and assault following an incident at his ex-boyfriend\u2019s apartment [8]. Records indicate that Harris went to the former partner's residence to discuss their relationship and allegedly prevented him from leaving [8]. The complainant reported missing electronics and furnishings, including a MacBook Air and PlayStation 5 [8]. Harris told police he possessed the items because he had previously purchased them as gifts for the complainant [8].\n\nIn October 2025, amid disagreements over proposals to shorten Memphis school board terms, Harris sponsored House Bill 1448 to create a recall process for local elected officials [12]. The legislation was framed by Harris as a measure to return accountability to voters [12].\n\n## Business interests and wealth source\n\nTorrey Harris\u2019s professional background includes roles as a human resources director for Shelby County Government, a public relations consultant, and an investor [1][11]. He has also served as a chief operating officer [11]. Ballotpedia lists his career experience specifically as working in human resources, public relations consulting, and investing [1].\n\nSpecific details regarding Harris\u2019s family wealth source, ownership stakes in businesses, or the sales of any enterprises are not covered in the provided sources. The available materials do not contain significant financial-disclosure facts or information on where his personal money originates beyond his listed professional occupations [1][11].\n\n## Family\n\nTorrey Harris is a Christian and a member of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity [11]. He was previously charged with theft and assault in Nashville regarding an incident involving his ex-boyfriend, though specific details about their current relationship status are not provided in the available records [8].\n\n## Sources\n[1] [Torrey Harris - Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Torrey_Harris)\n[2] [Tennessee House of Representatives District 91 - Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Tennessee_House_of_Representatives_District_91)\n[3] [Torrey Harris - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torrey_Harris)\n[4] [Rep. Torrey C. Harris - Run For Something](https://directory.runforsomething.net/candidate/2814/harris-torrey/)\n[5] [Local leaders react to the National Guard's role in Memphis | News | fox13memphis.com](https://www.fox13memphis.com/news/local-leaders-react-to-the-national-guards-role-in-memphis/article_0cb48f0f-ef04-44fb-b8f8-5d7203cca22b.html)\n[6] [Torrey Harris makes history, defeating longtime incumbent John DeBerry in TN House District 90](https://www.localmemphis.com/article/news/politics/elections/torrey-harris-defeats-incumbent-john-deberry-tn-house-district-90/522-c01d0a95-79a3-4060-b8ab-38a40e2188d6)\n[7] [District 90 race heats up as John DeBerry faces newcomer Torrey Harris](https://wreg.com/news/your-local-election-headquarters/district-90-race-heats-up-as-john-deberry-faces-newcomer-torrey-harris/)\n[8] [Rep. Torrey Harris charged with theft, assault in Nashville, records show](https://wreg.com/news/mid-south/rep-torrey-harris-charged-with-theft-in-nashville-records-show/)\n[9] [Torrey Harris becomes Tennesse's first LGBTQ, youngest lawmaker | localmemphis.com](https://www.localmemphis.com/article/news/local/torrey-harris-wins-tennessee-house-district-90/522-854c66ea-7d19-458d-bd44-3dc64ec2ce97)\n[10] [It's Official! I just won... - Representative Torrey Harris](https://www.facebook.com/torreyfor91/posts/its-official-i-just-won-re-electionthank-you-tennessee-house-district-91the-dist/541769361094644/)\n[11] [Torrey Harris \u2014 Grokipedia](https://grokipedia.com/page/Torrey_Harris)\n[12] [Memphis Democrat\u2019s bill would allow recall of local elected officials \u2022 Tennessee Lookout](https://tennesseelookout.com/2025/10/23/memphis-democrats-bill-would-allow-recall-of-local-elected-officials/)\n[13] [Harris Public Relations | Our Clients](https://harrispublicrelations.com/our-clients/)\n[14] [Harris Public Relations | Contact](https://harrispublicrelations.com/contact/)\n[15] [Harris Public Relations | Community Minded and Culturally Driven](https://harrispublicrelations.com/)\n[16] [Ballotproject Biography Torrey C. 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