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Replacement for former Tennessee Rep. Robin Smith to be appointed by end of month

District 26 Republican candidate Robin Smith speaks during a meet and greet hosted by the League of Women Voters in the Chattanooga Rooms at the University Center on the campus of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga on Monday, Sept. 24, 2018 in Chattanooga, Tenn. District 26 Republican candidate Robin Smith speaks during a meet and greet hosted by the League of Women Voters in the Chattanooga Rooms at the University Center on the campus of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga on Monday, Sept. 24, 2018 in Chattanooga, Tenn.

By Logan Hullinger March 9, 2022 3 min read

The Hamilton County Commission will vote on a replacement for former Tennessee state Rep. Robin Smith, R-Hixson, at the end of this month.

Smith on Monday resigned amid a plea deal related to wire fraud charges. Applicants to fill the seat have until March 18 to send a letter to the commission’s office at 625 Georgia Ave. #401, chair Sabrena Smedley, R-Ooltewah, said at Wednesday’s commission meeting. The commissioners will vote on an appointment March 30.

“In appreciation of the fact that the 2021 session of the Tennessee General Assembly is still in session, with its expected adjournment being within the next two months, there is a need for this body to make an interim appointment of an individual to continue serving the citizens of the 26th legislative district,” Smedley said.

Commissioners will have the opportunity to interview applicants between the application deadline and vote.