Tennessee lawmakers grilled the state Department of Education on Wednesday over a recently signed contract for the implementation of school vouchers. Republican lawmakers hinted that Gov. Bill Lee’s administration’s plans to roll out the program early could be in jeopardy.
A Bible Passage Inspires An Ethics Rule Change In The Tennessee House
Listen A biblical concept is the inspiration behind a rule change in the Tennessee House of Representatives. The new policy, proposed by state Rep. Mathew Hill, R-Jonesborough, requires lawmakers to get a second signature when filing an ethical complaint.
Republican Floats Compromise To Salvage Teacher Pay Raises
In a meeting with his fellow GOP lawmakers, Rep. Matthew Hill proposed to do a combination of things to boost pay, including re-allocated some money and counting on additional tax revenue next year.