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TN HB0697

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/3/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jody Barrett

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Origin

House of Representatives

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Virtual schools and virtual education programs may administer TCAP tests remotely to students during the commissioner's established testing window, with dates and times set by the school

  • Tests must be given during synchronous sessions with video proctoring throughout, maintaining a target ratio of at least 1 proctor per 10 students

  • Students cannot leave the testing room until the proctor permits, and proctors must verify test submission

  • Schools must provide a second device for video monitoring if the testing device lacks integrated camera proctoring capabilities

  • Takes effect July 1, 2026, applying to the 2026-2027 school year and thereafter

Legislative Description

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to assessments administered to students who receive instruction through virtual means.

Education

Last Action

Assigned to s/c K-12 Subcommittee

2/10/2025

Committee Referrals

Education2/6/2025

Full Bill Text

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