SB1917

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, Chapter 5, relative to educator licensure.

Introduced·1/21/26
Draft Text

Tennessee SB1917 amends educator licensure by introducing an alternative instructional leader license for qualified candidates.

Tennessee SB1917 amends the Tennessee Code to introduce an alternative instructional leader license for candidates who meet specific criteria. This license allows individuals to serve as principals, assistant principals, or instructional supervisors. To qualify, candidates must hold an advanced degree, complete certain requirements, and not currently hold an educator license. The alternative license is valid for four years and is not renewable. After four years, holders are eligible for an instructional leader license.

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Where it stands

Current
Education Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 11

3:00 PM

Senate Education Hearing

History

Mar 11

Senate

Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Education Committee

Mar 5

Senate

Placed on Senate Education Committee calendar for 3/11/2026

Feb 2

Senate

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Education Committee