HB1771Enacted

Amends TCA Title 4; Title 41 and Title 49.

Tennessee HB1771 requires the Department of Correction to conduct annual educational assessments for inmates serving felony sentences to determine their highest educational level achieved and their interest in furthering their education. The bill affects inmates in the correctional system by mandating that they be informed about available educational programs and opportunities. Key provisions include the annual assessment requirement and the obligation to notify inmates of educational resources.

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Overview

Tennessee HB1771 requires the Department of Correction to conduct annual educational assessments for inmates serving felony sentences to determine their highest educational level achieved and their interest in furthering their education. The bill affects inmates in the correctional system by mandating that they be informed about available educational programs and opportunities. Key provisions include the annual assessment requirement and the obligation to notify inmates of educational resources.

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Sponsor

Raper, Kevin

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

January 20, 2026

Last Action

April 6, 2026

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 607

Subjects
Correction, Dept. ofState InmatesEducation, HigherEducation

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