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TN HB1121
TN HB1121AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, Chapter 4, relative to financial aid.
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Introduced
02/05/2025
02/05/2025
In Committee
02/12/2025
02/12/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, expands eligibility for a dual enrollment grant to include students who are sophomores in high school and admitted to an eligible postsecondary institution as a dual enrollment student. - Amends TCA Title 49, Chapter 4.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee's existing law regarding dual enrollment grants by expanding eligibility to include high school sophomores who are admitted to an eligible postsecondary institution as dual enrollment students. Previously, only juniors and seniors in high school could qualify for these grants, but the proposed change would now allow sophomores to also receive financial aid for taking college-level courses while still in high school. Dual enrollment programs allow high school students to earn college credits simultaneously with their high school studies, potentially saving time and money on future higher education. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, providing schools and students advance notice of the expanded grant eligibility. By broadening access to these grants, the legislation aims to support earlier participation in postsecondary education and provide more academic opportunities for high school students in Tennessee.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
SA0467 - Amendment 1-0 to SB1409 (on 02/04/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1121&ga=114 |
| Amendment 1-0 to SB1409 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Amend/SA0467.pdf |
| Fiscal Memo for SA0467 (11515) | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/FM1407.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - HB1121 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/HB1121.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB1121.pdf |
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