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2012 Tennessee Senate election
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The 2012 Tennessee State Senate election was held on November 6, 2012, to elect 16 of the 33 seats for the Tennessee's State Senate. The elections coincided with the Presidential, U.S. Senate, U.S. House, and State House elections. The primary elections were held on August 2, 2012.[1]
For related races, see 2012 United States state legislative elections.
Not to be confused with 2012 United States Senate election in Tennessee.
Quick Facts 16 of the 33 seats in the Tennessee State Senate 17 seats needed for a majority, Majority party ...
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Republicans gained 6 seats, getting a supermajority in the Senate chamber.[2][3]