Early Life and Education Chris Hurt was born on July 5, 1972. He attended Halls High School in Halls, Tennessee, and later earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Lambuth University.

Career and Community Involvement

• From 2000 to 2014, Hurt served as a teacher and the head football coach at Halls High School.
• He is also a real estate broker.

Political Career

• Chris Hurt was first elected to the Tennessee House of Representatives in 2018.
• He represents District 82, which includes parts of Lauderdale, Haywood, and Crockett counties.
• Committee Assignments: Hurt serves on the Commerce Committee, Business Subcommittee, Education Committee, Higher Education Subcommittee, Transportation Committee, and Infrastructure Subcommittee.
• In 2023, he supported a resolution to expel three Democratic lawmakers from the legislature for violating decorum rules.

Political Positions

• Hurt self-identifies as a conservative Republican.
• He is “100% pro-life.”
• Opposes same-sex marriage.
• Supports gun rights.
• Opposes illegal immigration and sanctuary cities.

Personal Life

• Chris Hurt is married to Dawn Hurt, and they have five children.
• He attends First Baptist Church in Halls.