Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill

HB 1995: Education - As introduced, authorizes, instead of requires, local education agencies and public charter schools to retain a student in the third grade if the student has not shown a basic understanding of the curriculum and an ability to perform the skills required in the subject of reading or English language arts. - Amends TCA Title 49, Chapter 1 and Title 49, Chapter 6.

In committee Last action February 4, 2026: P2C, ref. to Education Committee

Plain-language summary

HB 1995 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on January 22, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Education - As introduced, authorizes, instead of requires, local education agencies and public charter schools to retain a student in the third grade if the student has not shown a basic understanding of the curriculum and an ability to perform the skills required in the subject of reading or English language arts. - Amends TCA Title 49, Chapter 1 and Title 49, Chapter 6. Primary sponsor: Timothy Hill (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 4, 2026): P2C, ref. to Education Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Timothy Hill (Republican).