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
DANNY GROOMS
CHAIRMAN OF THE MAURY COUNTY COMMISSION
Endorcements
“When you run for office or first get elected, you never know who you can trust, confide in, or have as a mentor. Sheila Butt was on a very short list of folks I was advised to reach out to. Without a doubt, it was one of the best pieces of advice that I ever received as Sheila is 100% trustworthy, thoughtful, and passionate about helping her district, county, and Tennessee.
To further vouch for Sheila, as an anesthesia group, we were interviewing a doctor that knew her. I asked her about him and that reference was all I needed as that doctor was hired and is now my partner.
Folks in Maury County, it was your best decision to elect Sheila Butt as mayor and reelecting her would be another great decision.”
Representative Bryan Terry
“I’ll be honest—I hate what politics has become. The ugliness. The division. The constant “I’m this, you’re that” noise that drowns out what really matters. Somewhere along the way, it stopped feeling like service to the community and started feeling like something else entirely.
But I still believe in what it’s supposed to be.
It was never my life’s ambition to run for office. I didn’t set out chasing a title. I stepped forward because I care about this community, and I was entrusted—by you—to serve. That’s something I’ve never taken lightly.
The other night, in a late conversation with a local attorney, Dustin Kittle, I was reminded of something important: who I serve, and why every single voice matters. In the middle of all the noise, that grounded me again. So Dustin—thank you.
I’m not perfect. Not even close. I’ve made mistakes. I’ve had to make tough calls with incomplete information. And yes, I’ve cast votes that weren’t popular. But every single one of those decisions came from a place of trying—honestly trying—to do what I believed was best for the people I represent.
I’ve never claimed to have all the answers. What I can promise is this: I’ve listened. I’ve shown up. And I’ve done my best to carry the weight of the responsibility you gave me.
Election season is here, and with it comes the chaos, the criticism, and the noise. That’s part of it. This is not an effort to gain your vote. If I haven’t done that already through my actions, then it’s time to send someone else.
To everyone who has supported me—thank you. Truly. And to those who have challenged me, pushed me, and yes, even given me a kick in the pants when I needed it—thank you for caring enough to hold me accountable.
That’s what makes this community strong. And that’s worth fighting for.”
