Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 1643: School Vouchers - As introduced, requires the department of education to submit an annual report to the general assembly on information about the education freedom scholarship program. - Amends TCA Title 49.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 1643 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: School Vouchers - As introduced, requires the department of education to submit an annual report to the general assembly on information about the education freedom scholarship program. - Amends TCA Title 49. Primary sponsor: Page Walley (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 18, 2026): Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Education Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Page Walley | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 26 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Education Committee
- Placed on Senate Education Committee calendar for 3/18/2026
- Action deferred in Senate Education Committee to 3/18/2026
- Placed on Senate Education Committee calendar for 3/11/2026
- Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Education Committee
- Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
- Filed for introduction