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SB 1291

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)

SB 1291 modifies Tennessee's STRONG Act military scholarship program, altering educational benefits and financial aid for National Guard members through unspecified amendments.

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 334
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Bill Summary · SB 1291

Legislative bill overview

SB 1291 modifies Tennessee's STRONG Act, which provides educational scholarships and financial aid to National Guard members. The bill makes various amendments to the existing program structure under Tennessee Code Annotated Title 49, Chapter 4, Part 10, though the specific changes are not detailed in the available legislative summary.

Why is this important

The STRONG Act supports military service members pursuing higher education, affecting recruitment, retention, and educational access for National Guard personnel. Changes to this program directly impact both the financial obligations of the state and the benefits available to service members and their families.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of amendments unclear – The bill summary does not specify what changes were made, making it difficult to assess whether modifications expand or restrict eligibility and benefits
  • Fiscal impact on state budget – Depending on the nature of changes, the bill could increase or decrease state spending on military education benefits
  • Potential eligibility changes – Amendments could affect who qualifies for scholarships, funding amounts, or service commitment requirements, creating winners and losers among service members

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

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