Senator Douglas Henry Tennessee History Act
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- Senator Douglas Henry Tennessee History Act
- This section shall be known and may be cited as the “Senator Douglas Henry Tennessee History Act.”
- The general assembly finds that:
- It is essential for all citizens to know and understand the unique heritage and history of the state of Tennessee;
- A clear and full understanding of Tennessee's history is fundamental to understanding Tennessee's place in the United States and the world; and
- Providing and promoting Tennessee history should be a core mission of our system of education.
- Beginning with the 2019-2020 school year, the state board of education shall require a course in Tennessee history for students.
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