SB0682

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, Chapter 4, Part 7, relative to future teacher scholarships.

Complete·5/27/25

Establishes a pilot program for Tennessee Future Teacher scholarships to increase the number of licensed educators in the state.

The bill amends Tennessee Code to create a pilot program for awarding Tennessee Future Teacher scholarships to future educators. Eligible candidates must be enrolled in an approved educator preparation program, complete a scholarship application, and agree to teach in a targeted setting for two consecutive years. The scholarships are funded by the state and are subject to available funding. The Office of Research and Education Accountability must study the program's effectiveness and report findings to the legislative leaders.

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Roll Call Votes

10 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Feb 19, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Education Hearing

History

May 27, 2025

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 488

Apr 22, 2025

Senate

Companion House Bill substituted

Apr 21, 2025

Senate

Recommended for passage with amendment/s, refer to Senate Calendar Committee Ayes 10, Nays 0 PNV 0