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HB2167

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 2; Title 49, Chapter 11; Title 49, Chapter 7; Title 49, Chapter 8 and Title 49, Chapter 9, relative to election day.

Chamber Passed·3/31/26
Draft Text

Tennessee HB2167 mandates academic holidays on general election days at public higher education institutions.

Tennessee HB2167 amends Tennessee Code to require all public institutions of higher education to observe an academic holiday on each general election day. This means a cessation of all academic obligations, including classes and exams. The bill aims to ensure students can participate in elections without academic pressure. The change takes effect immediately upon becoming law.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 89–0 · Mar 31
Current
The Senate
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

89 Yea

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0 Nay

4 Not Voting

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History

Apr 2

Senate

Received from House, Passed on First Consideration

Mar 31

House

Engrossed; ready for transmission to Sen.

Mar 30

House

Sponsor(s) Added.