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SB 2090

Education - As introduced, requires a private school that participates in the Individualized Education Act or the Tennessee Education Savings Account Pilot Program to comply with certain requirements in order to receive public funds through the program; prohibits a student from receiving an education freedom scholarship if the student is enrolled in a private school that doesn't comply with certain requirements. - Amends TCA Title 49, Chapter 10, Part 14; Title 49, Chapter 6, Part 26 and Title 49, Chapter 6, Part 35.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Rusty Crowe

Requires private schools receiving public scholarship funds to meet compliance standards or lose eligibility; affects student access to education choice programs.

Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Education Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 2090

Legislative bill overview

SB 2090 establishes compliance requirements for private schools that accept public funds through Tennessee's education savings account and scholarship programs. Schools participating in these programs must meet specified standards to remain eligible for state funding, and students cannot receive education freedom scholarships if enrolled in non-compliant schools.

Why is this important

This bill directly affects how public education dollars are distributed to private schools and who can access education choice programs. It establishes accountability mechanisms for public funding while potentially influencing which private schools families can afford to attend through state-subsidized scholarships.

Potential points of contention

  • Undefined requirements: The bill references "certain requirements" without specifying what schools must comply with, making it unclear what standards private schools must meet
  • Access and equity concerns: Income eligibility and scholarship caps could limit which families benefit from education freedom accounts, raising questions about true educational equity
  • Regulatory scope: Critics may argue this represents government overreach into private school operations, while supporters may contend accountability is necessary for public funds
  • Implementation details: The bill doesn't clarify enforcement mechanisms, penalties for non-compliance, or how schools will be monitored

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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