Tennessee HB1995 allows local education agencies and public charter schools to retain third-grade students who lack proficiency in reading or English.
Tennessee HB1995 amends the state's education code to permit local education agencies and public charter schools to retain third-grade students who have not demonstrated a basic understanding of the curriculum and the skills required in reading or English language arts. This decision is based on the student's grades or standardized test results. The bill also removes a previous exemption related to student retention. Effective upon becoming law, this change applies to the 2025-2026 school year and each subsequent school year.
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