Listen Nashville is prospering, but the city could be doing more for the people who already live here. That was a key message from Nashville Mayor David Briley during his annual State of Metro speech on Tuesday morning.
Despite Misgivings, Gov. Bill Lee Plans To Allow Sports Gambling In Tennessee
Tennessee likely will soon join the list of states that have legalized online sports gambling. The measure passed the state legislature Tuesday and is headed to the desk of Gov. Bill Lee, whose office says will let it become law despite his personal opposition to gambling.
Poll: Nashvillians Seem To Be Souring On The City’s Rapid Growth
Listen Nashville residents are becoming more uneasy with the city’s rapid growth, according to a new poll from Vanderbilt University taken ahead of citywide elections this summer. The survey by the school’s Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions found that a slim majority of city residents still believe Nashville is on the right track, […]
The Tri-Star State: Tennessee’s Top Lawmakers Flex Muscles In Final Stretch Of Session
Listen It’s been quite a week in the Tennessee General Assembly. Gov. Bill Lee’s Education Savings Account passed in the House on a narrow, last-minute vote. It also passed in the Senate.
Tennessee School Vouchers Clear Senate, But Conflicts With House Must Be Resolved
Gov. Bill Lee’s school voucher initiative cleared the Tennessee Senate Thursday after a lengthy debate among lawmakers. The measure is expected to be negotiated between Senate and House lawmakers, since each version is completely different from the other.
Despite Opposition From Gov. Lee, Online Sports Gambling Bill Passes In Tennessee House
Listen The Tennessee House of Representatives voted Wednesday to approve sports gambling in the state. The measure passed on a 58-37 vote, despite facing opposition from Gov. Bill Lee.
Gov. Bill Lee’s Voucher-Like Bill Passes In Tennessee House After Dramatic Vote
Listen A highly debated education proposal is moving forward, but only after a dramatic vote Tuesday in the Tennessee House of Representatives. Gov. Bill Lee’s school voucher plan passed the House after a sole Republican flipped his vote from a “no” to a “yes.”
The Tri-Star State: Tennessee Legislature Keeps Tweaking Gov. Lee’s School Voucher-Like Plan
Listen There have been many changes in the last few weeks to Gov. Bill Lee’s Education Savings Accounts proposal. The legislature is still workshopping the details of the school voucher plan. And GOP leaders are trying to convince rural lawmakers on the fence, to vote for the bill.
Tennessee Moves Closer To Imposing Criminal Penalties On Voter Registration Drives
Listen Tennessee volunteer organizations that register people to vote could soon face fines if they turn in too many incomplete forms. Monday’s vote in the House of Representatives puts Tennessee one step closer from being one of the first states to impose criminal penalties on registration drives.
The Tri-Star State: Which Of Gov. Bill Lee’s Legislative Proposals Are Faring Better Than Others?
Listen Many of Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee’s initiatives are making their way through the state legislature, and some are faring better than others. In his first year, the governor’s proposals range from increasing vocational education to faith-based initiatives to implementing a pilot program for school vouchers.
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