SB1957Enacted

Tennessee Religious Freedom Act

Amends TCA Title 49.

Tennessee SB1957, titled the "Tennessee Religious Freedom Act," allows local boards of education to commence their meetings with a prayer led by a board member. This bill affects local education authorities and their meeting protocols. Key provisions include the authorization for prayer at the beginning of meetings, which may impact the practice of religious expression within educational settings.

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Overview

Tennessee SB1957, titled the "Tennessee Religious Freedom Act," allows local boards of education to commence their meetings with a prayer led by a board member. This bill affects local education authorities and their meeting protocols. Key provisions include the authorization for prayer at the beginning of meetings, which may impact the practice of religious expression within educational settings.

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Sponsor

Pody, Mark

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

January 22, 2026

Last Action

May 5, 2026

Pub. Ch. 710

Subjects
Local Education AgenciesTitles, ShortEducation

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