Faith. Family. Service.
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A Proven Record of Service
Jimmy Matlock is a lifelong Tennessean, conservative leader, and successful business owner with a proven record of service to his community and state. Born on February 5, 1959, in Loudon, Tennessee, Jimmy was raised with a strong work ethic and a commitment to faith, family, and service.
Following in his father’s footsteps, Jimmy took the foundation of a small service station—Matlock Tire Service—and grew it into a respected, multi-location business serving customers across East Tennessee. Under his leadership, the company has remained committed to the same principles it was founded on: integrity, hard work, and putting customers first.
Jimmy represented District 21 in the Tennessee House of Representatives from 2007 to 2019, serving in the 105th through 109th General Assemblies. During his time in office, he served on key committees including State and Local Government, Transportation, and Public Safety, where he worked to support infrastructure, strengthen communities, and promote responsible government. His strong pro-business record earned him recognition such as the NFIB Guardian of Business Award and the Taxpayer Hero Award from Americans for Prosperity.
Beyond his professional and legislative experience, Jimmy has been deeply engaged in his community. He has served in leadership roles with organizations including the Tellico Reservoir Development Agency, Loudon County United Way, the Eaton Crossroads Ruritan Club, and the Tennessee/Kentucky Tire Dealers Association. He is also a three-time Chairman of the Loudon County Republican Party and has served as a member of the Tennessee Higher Education Commission and as a Trustee for Trevecca Nazarene University. In addition, he is an active member of the Karns Lions Club and the Farragut Rotary Club, and currently serves as Vice-Chairman of Barnabas Ministries. Jimmy remains committed to advancing conservative principles and strengthening communities across East Tennessee.
Jimmy and his wife are proud parents of three adult children, have welcomed their spouses into the family, and are blessed with five precious grandchildren. Jimmy and his wife are active members of Crossroads Church of the Nazarene. His life has been guided by faith, service, and a dedication to making East Tennessee a better place to live, work, and raise a family.