An amendment to a voucher expansion bill advancing in the statehouse links public school funding with students’ immigration status. Education advocates warn that this measure would discourage undocumented students from enrolling in Tennessee schools.
Legislation That Goes After Capitol Protesters Moves Through Tennessee General Assembly
A bill that would increase the penalties against protesting on state property is moving through the Tennessee General Assembly. The measure (HB8005/SB8005) is backed by Gov. Bill Lee. But, a provision in it has received pushback even from members of the Republican Party.
Effort to End Emissions Testing for Newer Cars Makes Progress
Cars newer than three years old could soon be exempt from required emissions tests. It’s an idea state lawmakers are pushing forward, but they’re wary of potential complications.
Office of the Repealer to Help Curb Paperwork for Tennessee Businesses
Tennessee officials say they would like to see state law become more like it was 130 years ago, when the entire Tennessee Code could fit in a single book. Republican legislators have announced plans for a position they call the “Office of the Repealer.”
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