Woodson Honored by Junior Leagues of Tennessee

Nashville, Tenn. – State Sen. Jamie Woodson (R-Knoxville) was awarded the 2007 Legislator of the Year Award by the Junior Leagues of Tennessee Advocacy and Public Awareness Committee on Monday evening.

“We are proud to honor Senator Jamie Woodson for her outstanding support of women and families in Tennessee,” said Cecile Wimberley, chair of the Junior League Tennessee Advocacy and Public Awareness Committee.

The Junior Leagues of Tennessee are dedicated to ensuring that all women and children have access to the opportunities and services essential for optimal physical, mental, emotional and social growth. And well being by supporting programs and legislation that meet these objectives.

“More than 6,500 women across the state of Tennessee have committed over 2.5 million hours to promoting volunteerism and improving their communities through effective action and leadership,” continued Wimberley.  “It is important that we share information and work with our state lawmakers to further our efforts on behalf of women and children.”

“I am truly humbled by receiving this honor,” said Woodson. “The Junior Leagues of Tennessee is an outstanding organization.  I look forward to working with them in the future to improve the lives of children and families in Tennessee.”

Woodson serves as the Chairman of the Senate Education Committee and represents Knox County.

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