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HB 1725

Local Education Agencies - As introduced, establishes various requirements for LEAs to provide enrollment and services to certain students who are the dependent children of service members. - Amends TCA Title 49.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Aron Maberry

HB 1725 requires Tennessee schools to establish enrollment and service procedures ensuring dependent children of military service members can quickly access education without typical delays.

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 834
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Bill Summary · HB 1725

Legislative bill overview

HB 1725 establishes requirements for Tennessee local education agencies (LEAs) to enroll and provide services to dependent children of active military service members. The bill amends Title 49 of the Tennessee Code to address enrollment procedures and service delivery for this student population.

Why is this important

Military families frequently relocate due to service assignments, creating educational disruptions for their children. Clarifying LEA obligations ensures consistent enrollment practices and service access across districts, reducing barriers military-connected students face during transitions and supporting educational continuity.

Potential points of contention

  • Enrollment timeline specificity: Unclear whether the bill mandates immediate enrollment or allows standard processing periods, potentially creating disputes between LEAs and military families
  • Service provision scope: The breadth of "services" is undefined—unclear if this includes special education, English language support, counseling, or other specialized programming, affecting implementation costs
  • Funding responsibility: No explicit language on whether the state provides additional resources to LEAs for serving military-connected students, raising concerns about unfunded mandates on district budgets

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

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