Tennessee Correction Commissioner Frank Strada Resigns Amidst Department Review
Tennessee Department of Correction Commissioner Frank Strada has resigned, as announced by Gov. Bill Lee. Strada will step down later this month, citing that his departure is in the best interest of Tennesseans as an independent review of the department…
Chattanooga, TN, October 3, 2026 — Tennessee Department of Correction Commissioner Frank Strada has announced his resignation, effective later this month. The announcement was made by Tennessee Governor Bill Lee.
Strada stated that his departure from the role is in the best interest of Tennesseans. His resignation comes as an independent review of the Tennessee Department of Correction is underway.
The specific date of Strada’s final day in office was not provided. Further details regarding the scope and findings of the independent review were also not immediately available.
Strada’s tenure as Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Correction has concluded. Governor Lee’s office confirmed the resignation, noting the ongoing departmental review.
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