Paul Sherrell is a Republican state representative for Tennessee's 43rd District, based in Sparta, Tennessee. Born on March 28, 1959, he grew up on a farm and has worked in diverse fields including construction, heavy equipment operation, real estate, law enforcement, and owning an auto parts store. He holds a CDL since age 18 and is a member of the NRA, Tennessee Firearms Association, and Tennessee Farm Bureau, serving on the Advisory Board for Sparta Motlow Community College.

Education and Political Experience

Specific education details are not publicly detailed in available records. His political career began in 2016 when he became the first Republican elected to represent the 43rd District in the Tennessee House. After two years, he served as Republican Floor Leader from 2018-2019. Notable achievements include facilitating no-cost emergency license plates for volunteer firefighters and rescue squad members, free lifetime handgun carry permits for retired law enforcement officers, and a bill ensuring benefits for families of Tennessee Park Rangers killed in the line of duty.