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TN HB0178
TN HB0178AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, Chapter 6, Part 13, relative to the Success Sequence Act.
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Introduced
01/15/2025
01/15/2025
In Committee
04/02/2025
04/02/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
04/29/2025
04/29/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/29/2025
04/29/2025
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As enacted, establishes that family life curriculum must include age-appropriate instruction and evidence regarding the positive personal and societal outcomes associated with the method by which a person completes the following in sequential order: obtains a high school diploma or high school equivalency credential; enters into the workforce or pursues a postsecondary degree or credential; enters into marriage; and has children. - Amends TCA Title 49, Chapter 6, Part 13.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee's education code to introduce the concept of the "success sequence" into family life curriculum. The bill defines the success sequence as a specific life progression: first obtaining a high school diploma or equivalent credential, then either entering the workforce or pursuing postsecondary education, followed by getting married, and finally having children. Specifically, the legislation requires schools to provide age-appropriate instruction and evidence demonstrating the positive personal and societal outcomes associated with following this sequence. The new curriculum requirement will take effect in the 2026-2027 school year, giving schools time to prepare and implement the changes. By codifying this "success sequence" into educational guidelines, the bill aims to promote a structured approach to personal and professional development that the Tennessee legislature believes can lead to more positive life outcomes for students.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (8)
Gino Bulso (R)*,
Charlie Baum (R),
Monty Fritts (R),
Justin Lafferty (R),
Susan Lynn (R),
Greg Martin (R),
Debra Moody (R),
Chris Todd (R),
Last Action
Comp. became Pub. Ch. 224 (on 04/29/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0178&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/acts/114/pub/pc0224.pdf |
| Amendment 2-0 to HB0178 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Amend/HA0315.pdf |
| Amendment 1-0 to HB0178 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Amend/HA0269.pdf |
| Fiscal Memo for HA0269 (4415) | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/FM0282.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - HB0178 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/HB0178.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB0178.pdf |
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