The Tennessee Equal Opportunities for Girls' Sports Act (SB 1327/HB 1276), introduced by Senate Minority Leader Sen. Raumesh Akbari and House Minority Leader Rep. Karen Camper, is set to be heard in the Senate soon.
A proposed Tennessee law would prohibit students from using cellphones and other electronic devices during instructional time, aiming to reduce classroom distractions and improve safety. House Bill 932 is set for discussion in the state House on Monday and has already passed the Senate Education Committee unanimously.
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to review a challenge to Tennessee's 2023 law restricting drag performances in public spaces where minors may be present.
Tennessee State Senator Bo Watson (R) filed a resolution that encourages educators to use "Gulf of America" and "Mount McKinley" per President Donald Trump's executive order.