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TN SB1979

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/22/2026

Primary Sponsor

Bo Watson

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Origin

Senate

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • All Tennessee LEAs and public charter schools must administer the Presidential Fitness Test established by Executive Order 14327 (July 31, 2025) to assess student strength, endurance, and flexibility

  • Department of Education must notify schools in writing at least 30 days before each school year of the requirements for students to earn the Presidential Fitness Award

  • Students with IEPs or Section 504 plans must receive reasonable accommodations; students unable to participate safely are exempt from the test

  • Test results cannot negatively affect a student's grade in any class, including physical education

  • If the Presidential Fitness Test is revoked, the department must report to legislative education committees within 90 days with participation data disaggregated by grade level, disability status, and awards earned

Legislative Description

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49 and Title 68, relative to student health.

Local Education Agencies

Last Action

Sponsor(s) Added.

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Calendar2/25/2026
Education2/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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