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

SB 1857: Education, Curriculum - As introduced, authorizes LEAs and public charter schools to offer students in any of the grades five through 12 a hunter education course that is approved by the wildlife resources agency as part of physical education, health, or safety instruction. - Amends TCA Title 49 and Title 70, Chapter 2, Part 1.

In committee Last action February 9, 2026: Withdrawn.

Plain-language summary

SB 1857 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 21, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Education, Curriculum - As introduced, authorizes LEAs and public charter schools to offer students in any of the grades five through 12 a hunter education course that is approved by the wildlife resources agency as part of physical education, health, or safety instruction. - Amends TCA Title 49 and Title 70, Chapter 2, Part 1. Primary sponsor: Paul Rose (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 9, 2026): Withdrawn.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Paul Rose (Republican).