TN SJR0079

Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article XI, Section 12 establishing that parents have an "inherent and fundamental right" to direct their child's upbringing, including education decisions

Prohibits the state and political subdivisions from interfering with parental decisions or imposing any regulatory requirements on home-based education

Protects parental rights from being forfeited or waived when families accept publicly funded education scholarships, grants, stipends, or vouchers

Prevents the state from compelling attendance at any specific educational institution or enforcing compulsory attendance laws that restrict home education

Refers the proposed amendment to the 115th General Assembly and requires publication by the Secretary of State on official websites