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Tennessee Teacher Residency Program Act

Amends TCA Title 49.

HB1977, titled the "Tennessee Teacher Residency Program Act," proposes the establishment of a residency program for teachers in Tennessee. This bill aims to support new educators by providing them with practical training and mentorship in a classroom setting, thereby enhancing their professional development. Key provisions include the framework for the residency program, eligibility criteria for participants, and potential funding mechanisms to support the initiative.

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Overview

HB1977, titled the "Tennessee Teacher Residency Program Act," proposes the establishment of a residency program for teachers in Tennessee. This bill aims to support new educators by providing them with practical training and mentorship in a classroom setting, thereby enhancing their professional development. Key provisions include the framework for the residency program, eligibility criteria for participants, and potential funding mechanisms to support the initiative.

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Sponsor

White, Mark

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

January 22, 2026

Last Action

April 16, 2026

Placed on s/c cal Finance, Ways, and Means Subcommittee for 4/20/2026

Subjects
EducationTitles, ShortTeachers, Principals and School PersonnelEducation, State Board ofEducation, Dept. of

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