10/13/2026
As we gear up for early voting (Oct 14-29), we will be sharing candidate information so we can all be educated, informed voters! 🇺🇸🗳️
Candidate for TN House District 8:
Heidi Kuhn
Shelby County Criminal Court Clerk Heidi Kuhn is a wife, mother of four, and grandmother of two and a proven public servant and leader with over two decades of successful experience in government leadership. Kuhn brings a track record of innovation, compassion, and results-driven leadership; especially in creating second chances for justice-involved individuals and expanding access to opportunities to all residents of Shelby County.
Nationally recognized for her work to expand expungement access in Tennessee, her office has processed nearly 10,000 expungements, helping individuals and families rebuild their lives.
Her leadership and community involvement has earned her numerous awards and accolades, including:
- TN Clerk of the Year (2025)
- Legacy of Community Impact Award (2024)
- Leadership Memphis Changemaker (2022)
- Southern Justice Summit Award (2021)
- Memphis Business Journal “Top 40 Under 40”
- Memphis Woman Magazine’s “50 - Women Who Make a Difference”
- 3V Leading Lady Award
As a congressional candidate, Heidi Kuhn brings more than 26 years of experience in government roles, not just as a role holder, but as one that looks to make impact and real change. She offers bold, compassionate leadership rooted in experience and a deep commitment to justice, equity, and opportunity for West Tennessee. Her proven ability to modernize government, remove systemic barriers, and uplift communities makes her uniquely qualified to lead District 8 into a brighter future for ALL citizens.
Learn more about Heidi at https://kuhnforcongress.com/about/