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

SB 2091: 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 5, 2026: Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Education Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 2091 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate 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: Rusty Crowe (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 5, 2026): Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Education Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Rusty Crowe (Republican).