TennesseeHB 1729114th General Assembly (2025-2026)HouseWALLET

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to education.

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Signed by Governor

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4 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.

Broader test preparation for at-risk students

Pilot after-school programs must serve at-risk students in grades 7 through 9. They prepare students for EXPLORE, PLAN, PSAT/NMSQT, or CLT10 practice exams, and eventually the ACT, SAT, or Classic Learning Test. Tutoring and skills development now include subjects covered by CLT10 and the Classic Learning Test alongside the listed ACT and SAT exams. Program goals include better test scores, more students qualifying for lottery scholarships, and stronger achievement after high school.

Homeschool students gain courses and practice tests

Public schools must let homeschool students take advanced courses and college entrance practice exams they offer when space is available. Advanced courses are college-level classes that may earn college credit through exams, such as Advanced Placement tests. Practice exams include PSAT/NMSQT, Pre-ACT, and CLT10, which prepares students for the Classic Learning Test. Schools must post dates, times, student capacity, and availability on their websites. They must also post information about outside financial help for low-income and at-risk students; the law does not guarantee aid.

Schools recognize another college entrance test

The law adds the Classic Learning Test (CLT) to several education rules that recognize ACT or SAT tests and scores. For a district average-score requirement, districts can use at least 21 on the ACT or an equivalent SAT or CLT score. Before using an average, at least 30 students or 25% of the graduating class, whichever is larger, must have taken that test. CLT scores are also recognized where applicable in the amended education performance rule. The law took effect upon becoming law.

Homeschool families get revised testing rules

Homeschool parent-teachers must arrange testing in grades 5, 7, and 9, choosing between two options. They can select a nationally normed English and math test, with an unrelated proctor and developer-recorded results, at their expense. Or they can use the same state-approved standardized tests required for public school students in that grade. State tests must be administered by the education commissioner, a designee, or a district-approved professional testing service; grade 9 excludes required end-of-course exams. All results must go to the parent-teacher, local director of schools, and State Board of Education.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Cosponsors

Rush Bricken
Republican • House
Jake McCalmon
Republican • House
Debra Moody
Republican • House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 105 • No: 39

Senate vote • 4/13/2026

FLOOR VOTE: Third Consideration 4/13/2026

Yes: 24 • No: 8

House vote • 3/26/2026

FLOOR VOTE: REGULAR CALENDAR AS AMENDED PASSAGE ON THIRD CONSIDERATION 3/26/2026

Yes: 67 • No: 20

House vote • 3/26/2026

HOUSE CALENDAR & RULES COMMITTEE

Yes: 0 • No: 0

House vote • 3/17/2026

HOUSE EDUCATION COMMITTEE

Yes: 10 • No: 8

House vote • 3/3/2026

HOUSE K-12 SUBCOMMITTEE

Yes: 4 • No: 3

Bill Text

HA0714 (Substitute)
3/26/2026
PDF
Enrolled / Public Chapter
PDF
Fiscal Note
PDF
Introduced
PDF
SA0805
PDF

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