The surprise move would not change benchmarks already in place in math and language-arts, but it would set back a new standardized test currently set to start next year.
Shifting Gears, Tennessee Lawmakers May Target Amp’s Center-Lane Design
Tennessee lawmakers in both Senate and House committees Wednesday eased off blocking a dedicated bus lane across downtown Nashville, but the legislature could still toss a wrench into Metro’s plans for the bus project, known as the Amp.
Haslam’s Proposed Meth Crackdown In Flux As House, Senate Bills Diverge
A state Senate committee Tuesday night approved four different proposals to crack down on the state’s meth problem, while voting 5-3 to kill a rival measure that advanced last week in the state House.
Haslam Skeptical Of State Lawmakers’ Attempt To Ban The Amp
Gov. Bill Haslam doesn’t like the current legislative push to halt Nashville’s proposed dedicated bus lane through downtown. Two committees of lawmakers are set to discuss a bill Wednesday that would stop the project, known as the Amp.
Haslam Says State Can’t Afford Tax Cut This Year; Lawmaker Says They Can At Least Approve One For Later
Governor Bill Haslam isn’t sure the time is right to cut a tax on income from investments. Lawmakers want to phase out what’s known as the Hall income tax.
House Takes Small Swing At Common Core, Foreshadows More To Come
Last night House lawmakers stopped short of a vote to undo the Common Core educational standards, instead passing a less sweeping bill. But some are still hoping for a head-on confrontation with the grade-level benchmarks, which almost every state has adopted.
Lawmaker Wants Immunity For People Rescuing Kids In Hot Cars – And Someday, Pets
A state lawmaker wants to make sure people can’t be sued if they break into a hot car to rescue a child locked inside from heatstroke. If the proposal becomes law, it could provide a framework to one day block lawsuits against people rescuing animals, as well.
Haslam: Less Restrictive Meth Bill Won’t Make A Dent
Governor Bill Haslam wants state lawmakers to do things his way when it comes to tamping down on Tennessee’s meth problem. This week a House subcommittee sidelined Haslam’s proposal to restrict access to the cold medicine used to make meth.
Lawmakers Might Have To Be On Own Dime For A Medicaid Expansion Vote
Republican lawmakers are poised to make the governor get their approval for any deal to expand Medicaid in the state as part of the federal Affordable Care Act. Thursday, Senate Democrats managed to tack on an amendment — if such a vote requires a special session, lawmakers won’t get paid for their time.
Tile Maker Using Tennessee Clay Will Create 300 Jobs At Dickson Plant
A company that makes ceramic floor tiles will build a new plant in Dickson expected to create more than 300 jobs over the next few years. The new facility will be within a short drive of where Mohawk Industries gets some of its raw materials.
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