CHATTANOOGA — Tony Hullender is challenging incumbent Michele Reneau in the Republican primary for House District 27. Financial disclosures released as of July 21, 2026, reveal contrasting campaign strategies between the two candidates.

Hullender reported spending a total amount on his campaign. "I have spent $50,522 thus far," Hullender said. This total includes an amount spent during the first reporting period and another amount spent during the most recent reporting period.

Hullender received a certain amount in contributions during the first reporting period. He received another amount in contributions during the most recent reporting period. Hullender also loaned his campaign $20,000.

Michele Reneau began her campaign with a starting balance. She reported spending a certain amount at the end of the most recent reporting period. Reneau reported having $160,044 on hand at the end of the recent reporting period.

The primary elections will be held on August 6, 2026. Tennessee has open primaries, meaning that any voter can choose to vote on either a Republican or Democratic ballot during primary elections. The 2026 Tennessee House of Representatives election will be held on November 3, 2026.