Sam McKenzie
American politician (born 1965)
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Sam McKenzie (born October 26, 1965) is an American politician serving as a member of the Tennessee House of Representatives from the 15th district. He assumed office on January 12, 2021.
Reggie McKenzie (brother)
Kahlil McKenzie (nephew)
Sam McKenzie | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Tennessee House of Representatives from the 15th district | |
| Assumed office January 12, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Rick Staples |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 26, 1965 Knoxville, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Relations | Raleigh McKenzie (brother) Reggie McKenzie (brother) Kahlil McKenzie (nephew) |
| Children | 3 (3 stepchildren) |
| Education | Fisk University (BS) University of Memphis (MS) |
Early life and education
McKenzie was born in Knoxville, Tennessee. After graduating from Austin-East High School earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Fisk University and a Master of Science in physics from the University of Memphis.[1]
Career
Prior to entering politics, McKenzie worked as a scientist at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he managed maintenance on the Spallation Neutron Source.[2] He was elected to the Tennessee House of Representatives on November 3, 2020, succeeding incumbent Democrat Rick Staples.[3][4]
Personal life
McKenzie has older twin brothers, Raleigh McKenzie and Reggie McKenzie, who both played in the NFL.[5]