Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill
HB 1511: Education, Curriculum - As introduced, clarifies that local education agencies and public charter schools shall instruct students about the formation of the governments of the United States and Tennessee using federal and state foundational documents at the appropriate grade level and consistent with social studies standards adopted by the state board. - Amends TCA Title 49.
Introduced Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1511 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on January 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Education, Curriculum - As introduced, clarifies that local education agencies and public charter schools shall instruct students about the formation of the governments of the United States and Tennessee using federal and state foundational documents at the appropriate grade level and consistent with social studies standards adopted by the state board. - Amends TCA Title 49. Primary sponsor: Scott Cepicky (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 14, 2026): P2C, caption bill, held on desk - pending amdt.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Cepicky | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 64 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- P2C, caption bill, held on desk - pending amdt.
- Intro., P1C.
- Filed for introduction