Jeff Burkhart was a Republican politician who represented Tennessee House District 75 from 2023 until his death in 2025. A lifelong Clarksville resident and businessman, he also served as an assistant fire chief and was known for his committee leadership on fiscal and infrastructure issues.

Education and Political Experience

• Early Career and Local Service: Elected to Clarksville City Council Ward 12 in 2008, serving three terms until 2020; chaired Gas & Water and Finance committees; member of Clarksville Department of Electricity.
• State Legislature: Elected to Tennessee House District 75 in 2022, re-elected in 2024; served on Commerce, State & Local Government, Transportation, Business & Utilities, and related subcommittees.
• Other Roles: President of Tennessee Home Builders Association ; ran unsuccessfully for Tennessee Senate District 22 in 2019 special election Republican primary.
• Notable Achievements: Advocated fiscal sanity, smart growth, and common-sense legislation; left District 75 seat vacant upon his passing at age 63.