About Sheila

Sheila has served Maury County with integrity and transparency always realizing that the only endorsement that matters is yours at the ballot box.

A Life in Maury County

Sheila and her husband have lived in Maury County for over 40 years. They have owned small businesses and raised 3 boys on a small farm. They have been active in the beef cattle industry for many years.

A Record of Leadership

  • Served as Managing Editor of the Tennessee Cattle Business Magazine for 5 years.

  • Elected State Representative for District 64 (2010 to 2018)

  • Elected Majority Floor Leader - a significant leadership position in the State House.

  • Served as Co-Chairman of the Congressional Prayer Caucus of Tennessee.

  • Helped stop "The Waters of the US Rule" in 2015 by building a coalition across the state and joining over 20 other states in keeping it from being implemented.

  • Passed Hotel/Motel Legislation to bring tourism dollars to Maury County.

  • Elected Maury County Mayor 2022 and continues to serve the people of this great county and protecting the things that matter most to all of us.

Awards & Experience

  • Elected Woman of Excellence - National Foundation for Woman Legislators

  • Agriculture Legislator of the Year - Tennessee Cattlemen's Association

  • Kay Battles Service Award - Freed-Hardmen University

  • South Central Tennessee Development District Legislator of the Year

  • Iron Lady Award (2015) - 9.12 Nashville Project

  • Member of Fraternal Order of Police