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TN SB1819
TN SB1819AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to civics engagement.
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Introduced
01/20/2026
01/20/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, requires public high schools to provide students who are enrolled in the United States government and civics course the opportunity to participate in three civic engagement field days, one for each branch of government, to observe each branch of government. - Amends TCA Title 49.
AI Summary
This bill requires public high schools in Tennessee to offer students enrolled in a United States government and civics course three "civic engagement field days," with one day dedicated to observing each of the three branches of government: the legislative, judicial, and executive. These field days must include structured learning activities that align with state academic standards and involve visits to relevant government bodies, such as a city council or the general assembly for the legislative branch, a courthouse to observe proceedings or meet with officials for the judicial branch, and the office of a mayor, county executive, or the governor for the executive branch. The bill clarifies that schools are not required to reschedule these visits for absent students or arrange separate visits, and schools may prohibit students from attending for disciplinary reasons. This new requirement will apply starting with the 2026-2027 school year.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Education Hearing (15:00:00 3/11/2026 Cordell Hull Building) (on 03/11/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1819&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - HB1747 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/HB1747.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB1819.pdf |
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