SB1953Enacted

Amends TCA Title 49, Chapter 1 and Title 49, Chapter 6.

Tennessee SB1953 requires local education agencies (LEAs) and public charter schools to incorporate a state board of education-approved civics instructional video into their social studies curriculum. This mandate applies to students in grades six through eight and grades nine through twelve, ensuring that each group receives the video presentation at least once. The bill aims to enhance civics education within the state's educational framework.

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Overview

Tennessee SB1953 requires local education agencies (LEAs) and public charter schools to incorporate a state board of education-approved civics instructional video into their social studies curriculum. This mandate applies to students in grades six through eight and grades nine through twelve, ensuring that each group receives the video presentation at least once. The bill aims to enhance civics education within the state's educational framework.

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Sponsor

Lowe, Adam

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

January 21, 2026

Last Action

March 30, 2026

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 629

Subjects
Education, CurriculumSchools, CharterLocal Education AgenciesEducation, State Board of

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