Rep. Bill Sanderson resigns from legislature, citing family and business demands
A West Tennessee Republican lawmaker stepped down from statehouse Wednesday, citing a family matter and demands of his business.
Rep. Bill Sanderson, R-Kenton, confirmed Tuesday night that he planned to resign from his legislative seat.
His resignation became effective Wednesday at noon.
Sanderson, who owns White Squirrel Winery in Kenton, said his business has increased significantly in recent years and he's been unable to adequately maintain it while being a part-time lawmaker.
"It requires a full time (work)," he said, noting he lost the fruit of 135 peach trees while serving as a lawmaker this year. "I'm going to have to be at home more."
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