NASHVILLE – Four Southeast Tennessee Republican House members are hoping to move up on the rungs of power today when GOP Caucus members elect their leaders for the 107th General Assembly.
Rep. Gerald McCormick, R-Chattanooga, is squaring off with Rep. Jon Lundberg, R-Bristol, for majority leader. The post, one of 10 leadership contests expected to be decided, is the third-most powerful elected position in the chamber.
Three other Chattanooga-area Republican lawmakers are also seeking caucus positions. The GOP gained 14 seats in November elections, and its 64 members are expected to dominate the 99-member chamber.
The list includes:
* Rep. Jim Cobb, R-Spring City, whose district includes part of Hamilton County. Cobb is in a three-person race with Rep. Debra Maggart, R-Hendersonville, and Rep. Phillip Johnson, R-Pegram, for the chairmanship of the Republican Caucus.