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HB 1735

Tennessee Investment in Student Achievement (TISA) - As introduced, allows all non-legislative members of the TISA review committee, instead of only the director of the office of legislative budget analysis, to appoint a designee to serve on the committee in their stead. - Amends TCA Section 49-3-113.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Debra Moody

HB 1735 expands Tennessee's TISA review committee to allow all non-legislative members—not just one director—to appoint designees for their committee positions.

H. Placed on Regular Calendar for 4/2/2026
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Bill Summary · HB 1735

Legislative bill overview

HB 1735 modifies the Tennessee Investment in Student Achievement (TISA) review committee by expanding designee appointment authority. Currently, only the director of the office of legislative budget analysis can appoint a designee to serve on the committee; this bill allows all non-legislative committee members to do the same.

Why is this important

Committee participation affects oversight of how Tennessee invests in student achievement programs. Expanding designee authority increases flexibility for committee members to ensure continuity of representation when they cannot personally attend meetings, potentially improving operational efficiency.

Potential points of contention

  • Accountability concerns: Allowing designees from all members rather than just one official may dilute accountability if designees lack the same expertise or authority as primary appointees
  • Voting representation: Unclear whether designees would have full voting power equivalent to original members, potentially altering committee decision-making dynamics
  • Definition of "non-legislative": The bill's scope depends on how broadly "non-legislative members" are defined, which could affect numerous positions or a narrower set

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

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