HB2167First Reading

Amends TCA Title 2; Title 49, Chapter 11; Title 49, Chapter 7; Title 49, Chapter 8 and Title 49, Chapter 9.

Tennessee HB2167 mandates that all public institutions of higher education in the state observe an academic holiday on general election days. This bill affects students, faculty, and staff at these institutions by ensuring they have the opportunity to participate in elections without academic obligations. The key provision is the establishment of a designated academic holiday specifically for general election days.

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Overview

Tennessee HB2167 mandates that all public institutions of higher education in the state observe an academic holiday on general election days. This bill affects students, faculty, and staff at these institutions by ensuring they have the opportunity to participate in elections without academic obligations. The key provision is the establishment of a designated academic holiday specifically for general election days.

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Sponsor

Barrett, Jody

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

February 2, 2026

Last Action

April 2, 2026

Received from House, Passed on First Consideration

Subjects
Election LawsUniversity of TennesseeState UniversitiesEducation, Higher

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HB2167: Amends TCA Title 2; Title 49, Chapter 11; Title 49, Chapter 7; Title 49, Chapter 8 and Title 49, Chapter 9. | LegisGo