H.J.Res.0092

A RESOLUTION to propose an amendment to Article XI, Section 12 of the Constitution of Tennessee, relative to parental rights.

Failed·3/17/26
Draft Text

Proposing an amendment to the Tennessee Constitution to affirm parental rights in child upbringing and education.

This bill proposes an amendment to the Tennessee Constitution to affirm that parents have the inherent right to direct their child's upbringing and education, including home-based education, without interference from the state or its subdivisions. The amendment specifies that parental rights are not forfeited by accepting publicly funded education scholarships, grants, stipends, or vouchers. It also prohibits the state from imposing compulsory attendance laws or regulatory requirements on home-based education.

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Roll Call Votes

HOUSE K-12 SUBCOMMITTEE: Failed in s/c K-12 Subcommittee of Education Committee

4 Yea

RRRD

4 Nay

RRRD

Calendar

Mar 26, 2025

10:30 AM

House Insurance Subcommittee Hearing

Mar 19, 2025

10:30 AM

House Insurance Subcommittee Hearing

History

Mar 17

House

Failed in s/c K-12 Subcommittee of Education Committee

Mar 11

House

Placed on s/c cal K-12 Subcommittee for 3/17/2026

Mar 10

House

Action Def. in s/c K-12 Subcommittee to 3/17/2026