Personal Information
- Born on September 4, 1953
- Wife, Theresa, and daughter Kelsey
- B.S., Political Science & History, Middle Tennessee State University, 1976
- First United Methodist Church - Murfreesboro,TN
- Small Business Owner; Universal International Insurance - Murfreesboro, TN
Community Involvement
- President, National Exchange Club, 1995-96
- National President, Foundation for the Prevention of Child Abuse, 2001-present
- Co-Founder and 1st President, MTSU Blue Raider Athletic Association
- President, Rutherford Volunteer Fire Department, 1998 - present
- State President, Professional Insurance Agents of Tennessee, 1992-93
- Eagle Scout
- Leadership Rutherford Alumni
- Mason
- Shriner
- Board member of Rutherford County Convention and Visitors Bureau
- Member of Bradley Academy Board of Directors
Current Session
Staff Contacts
- Zack Blair
- Micki Yearwood, Research Analyst
Questions & Answers
- FAQ - Material Support to Designated Entities Act 3/22/11
- Amendment 2 Senate Bill 1028/House Bill 1353
Service in Public Office
- Senate member of the 103rd through 107th General Assemblies
- Republican Caucus Chair
- Member, State & Local Government Committee
- Member, Senate Finance, Ways & Means Committee
- Member, Senate Transportation and Safety Committee
- Member, Senate Ethics Committee
- Rutherford County Commission 1990-98, Chairman of Health & Education Committee, Budget Committee, Public Works Committee, and Public Safety Committee
Press Releases
- Mar. 22, 2011 - Chairman Ketron and Speaker Pro Tempore Matheny to offer Amendment to Anti-Terrorism Bill
- Feb. 23, 2011 - Legislation aims to stop homegrown terrorism at earliest point
- Feb. 15, 2011 - U.S. Humane Society names Sen. Ketron "Legislator of the Year"
- Feb. 8, 2011 - Requiring a photo ID to vote
- Jan. 11, 2011- Sen. Ketron takes oath of office