Every election shapes the future for Tennessee’s students. The people elected to office decide how schools are funded, what opportunities students have, how teachers are supported, and who has a voice in education decisions.
As Tennessee reshapes its financial aid system, there is an opportunity to expand need-based aid and improve access and completion of college. Earning a college degree, whether it's a technical certificate or a bachelor's degree, should be within reach for every Tennessean.
As EdTrust-Tennessee reflects on the 2026 legislative session, the last year of the 114th General Assembly, here are some of the pressing education policies advocates should know about.
HB 1664/SB 1713, requires institution leaders to annually certify compliance with state restrictions which could further curtail efforts to support students from a range of backgrounds.
