2 days ago · A bill filed for school vouchers for Tennessee students has transitioned for a special session, finally mapping out the funding for how the initiative would even work.

Dec 13, 2024 · While core elements of the proposal are similar to the unsuccessful voucher proposals in the House and Senate last year, the Education Freedom Act of 2025 includes a …

1 day ago · Chairman Bo Watson (left) and Vice Chairman John Stevens lead the Tennessee Senate Finance Committee, which voted 8-3 to advance Gov. Bill Lee's universal school …

1 day ago · Tennessee House and Senate education committees passed the governor’s private-school voucher program Tuesday, speeding the $450 million first-year expense to final votes …

2 days ago · Gov. Bill Lee’s bill to expand school vouchers statewide has sailed through two House committees, setting up a final floor vote as early as Wednesday.

1 day ago · Legislative Democrats held a press conference on Monday to denounce Gov. Bill Lee’s school voucher plan, which is speeding through a special legislative session. Tennessee …

Jan 16, 2025 · As lawmakers prepare for a special legislative session called by Gov. Bill Lee on his proposal to establish a statewide school voucher program, an analysis of spending items …

Jan 21, 2025 · A push to expand Tennessee's controversial school voucher program will take center stage in a special legislative session.

Nov 6, 2024 · New features of the proposal include a $2,000 bonus for every teacher in the state plus a portion of all sports wagering dollars dedicated to building and maintaining K-12 public …

Apr 22, 2024 · Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has conceded defeat on his push to enact universal school vouchers this year, acknowledging there was “not a pathway for the bill” after months of …