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TN SB2240
TN SB2240AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to the presidential fitness test.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, requires the department to review and propose revisions to the physical education standards to incorporate guidance published by the President's Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition to reestablish the presidential fitness test pursuant to Executive Order No. 14327 of the president of the United States on July 31, 2025. - Amends TCA Title 49.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Tennessee Department of Education to review and propose changes to the state's physical education standards by December 31, 2027, in order to bring back the Presidential Fitness Test. This test, which was established by a U.S. Presidential Executive Order on July 31, 2025, aims to promote physical fitness among students. The proposed revisions must incorporate guidance from the President's Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, and will be made available for public comment on the state board of education's website before being officially adopted.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Education Committee (on 02/05/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/Default?BillNumber=SB2240&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - SB2240 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB2240.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB2240.pdf |
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