Tennessee – Gov. Bill Lee has signed the Education Freedom Act into law, establishing Tennessee’s first universal school choice program. The landmark legislation expands education options for families across the state.
Lee was joined by members of the Tennessee General Assembly, educators, and families to celebrate the bill’s passage.
The Education Freedom Act aims to provide more flexibility for students and parents by allowing funding to follow students to the schools that best meet their needs.
Supporters of the law argue that it will improve educational opportunities and empower families with more choices, while opponents have raised concerns about its impact on public schools.
The program’s implementation details and eligibility requirements will be released in the coming months.