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TN SB0471
TN SB0471AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, Chapter 6, Part 13, relative to the Success Sequence Act.
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Introduced
01/29/2025
01/29/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
03/27/2025
03/27/2025
Passed
04/08/2025
04/08/2025
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 family life curriculum requirements to introduce the "Success Sequence" concept, which is defined as a specific life progression path: first obtaining a high school diploma or equivalent credential, then entering the workforce or pursuing postsecondary education, followed by marriage, and finally having children. The bill requires that family life curriculum for students must include age-appropriate instruction and evidence demonstrating the positive personal and societal outcomes associated with following this sequence. By mandating this instruction, the bill aims to provide students with guidance about life choices and their potential long-term impacts. The provisions will take effect on July 1, 2026, and will apply to the 2026-2027 school year and subsequent school years. The bill is officially titled the "Success Sequence Act" and represents an effort to influence educational curriculum to promote a specific approach to personal and professional development.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Effective date(s) 07/01/2026 (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=SB0471&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/acts/114/pub/pc0224.pdf |
| Amendment 1-0 to SB0471 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Amend/SA0171.pdf |
| Fiscal Memo for SA0171 (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/SB0471.pdf |
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