HB2025

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4 and Title 49, relative to Charlie Kirk memorials.

Introduced·1/22/26
Draft Text

Establishes a Charlie Kirk Memorial Courtyard for Civil Debate on each Tennessee public university campus.

The bill mandates the creation of a "Charlie Kirk Memorial Courtyard for Civil Debate" on the main campus of each public institution of higher education in Tennessee. The courtyard will feature displays of the Declaration of Rights from the Tennessee Constitution, the Ten Commandments, the Bill of Rights, and the Declaration of Independence. The courtyard aims to promote civil discourse and respect among students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Each display must meet specific size and placement requirements and be installed by December 31, 2026.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

HOUSE HIGHER EDUCATION SUBCOMMITTEE: Def. to Summer Study in Higher Education Subcommittee

6 Yea

RRRRRD

0 Nay

History

Mar 4

House

Def. to Summer Study in Higher Education Subcommittee

Feb 25

House

Placed on s/c cal Higher Education Subcommittee for 3/4/2026

Feb 18

House

Action Def. in s/c Higher Education Subcommittee to 3/4/2026