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TN HB2167
Bill
Status
3/31/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jody Barrett
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AI Summary
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All public institutions of higher education in Tennessee must observe an academic holiday on each general election day
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"Academic holiday" requires cessation of all academic obligations including in-person classes, online classes, asynchronous classes, exams, quizzes, and assignments
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The holiday applies to any task, duty, or activity that affects a student's grade or class involvement
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Takes effect immediately upon becoming law under the public welfare clause
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 2; Title 49, Chapter 11; Title 49, Chapter 7; Title 49, Chapter 8 and Title 49, Chapter 9, relative to election day.
Election Laws
Last Action
Received from House, Passed on First Consideration
4/2/2026