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TN SB2247
Bill
Status
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jack Johnson
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AI Summary
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Expands eligibility for education scholarships to students enrolled in any grade K-12, rather than the previous enrollment criteria
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Caps scholarships at a maximum of 40,000 for eligible students during the 2026-2027 school year, subject to state appropriation
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Requires the governor to elect Tennessee's participation in the federal education tax credit program under The One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act (26 U.S.C. § 25F) by December 31, 2026
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Mandates ongoing compliance with all federal requirements to maintain the state's participation in the program
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Takes effect immediately upon becoming law
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to education.
Education
Last Action
Recommended for passage with amendment/s, refer to Senate Finance, Ways, and Means Committee Ayes 7, Nays 2 PNV 0
3/11/2026