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HB 1759

Education, Dept. of - As introduced, changes from September 1 to December 1 the date by which the department must compile and publish to its website a directory of the name and contact information for the apprenticeship training program contact for each public high school. - Amends TCA Title 4 and Title 49.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by William Slater

Delays Tennessee's apprenticeship program contact directory publication from September 1 to December 1, potentially affecting student access to career pathway information during critical fall planning periods.

Rec. for pass by s/c ref. to Finance, Ways, and Means Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 1759

Legislative bill overview

HB 1759 delays the deadline for the Tennessee Department of Education to compile and publish a directory of apprenticeship training program contacts at public high schools from September 1 to December 1 each year. This is a technical amendment affecting administrative timelines for apprenticeship program information distribution.

Why is this important

The timing of when apprenticeship information becomes publicly available affects student access to career pathway opportunities. A three-month delay could impact students planning their junior or senior year course selections, particularly those deciding between traditional college and apprenticeship routes during the critical fall enrollment period.

Potential points of contention

  • Student planning impact: The September 1 deadline aligns with the start of the school year when students are making course decisions; December 1 publication may come too late for fall planning
  • Administrative burden vs. necessity: Unclear whether the extension is driven by genuine Department capacity constraints or represents unnecessary bureaucratic delay
  • Equity concerns: Delays in information access may disproportionately affect students without independent means to research apprenticeship options

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

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