After medical episode, Sen. Southerland wheeled out of chamber in Tennessee legislature

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Sen. Steve Southerland was wheeled out in his chair after experiencing a medical episode on Monday.

The Morristown Republican was conscious when he left the legislature via EMS.

"Sen. Southerland experienced unspecified symptoms during the Bill Dance presentation and was removed from the chamber by fellow senators," said Adam Kleinheider, spokesperson for Lt. Gov. Randy McNally. "He was attended to by EMS and taken to the hospital."

Southerland is 69. He is a member of the Energy, Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee, Commerce and Labor Committee, Fiscal Review and Senate Ethics Committee.

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Hermitage clinic for disabled patients set to close, cites loss of funding

I'm so thankful Robb Coles highlighted the Kamer Davis clinic in Hermitage and the hardship that may force its closure. The clinic provides care for patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities and there is no other place like it nearby. You can tell the staff is so passionate about the care they provide. I hope by shining the light on this, the right person can step in and make a difference.

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