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HB 114

Scholarships and Financial Aid - As enacted, makes various changes to the Tennessee Support, Training, and Renewing Opportunity for National Guardsmen (STRONG) Act. - Amends TCA Title 49, Chapter 4, Part 10.

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

HB 114 amends Tennessee's National Guard scholarship program, though specific changes remain unclear from available summary details.

Pub. Ch. 334
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Bill Summary · HB 114

Legislative bill overview

HB 114 modifies Tennessee's STRONG Act, which provides scholarships and financial support to National Guard members. The bill makes unspecified amendments to the existing program structure under Tennessee Code Annotated Title 49, Chapter 4, Part 10, though the exact nature of these changes is not detailed in the summary provided.

Why is this important

National Guard members often face financial barriers to education while managing military service obligations. Changes to this scholarship program directly affect educational access and retention for active Guard personnel and potentially influence recruitment and retention within Tennessee's National Guard.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency in amendment details — The bill summary does not specify what changes were made, making it difficult for stakeholders to assess impact on eligibility, benefit amounts, or program scope
  • Potential eligibility or benefit modifications — Without knowing the specific amendments, it's unclear whether changes expand access, restrict it, or redirect funding
  • Budget implications — Any changes to scholarship amounts or recipient numbers could have fiscal consequences not addressed in available information

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

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