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2019 Tennessee Code
Title 49 - Education
Chapter 6 - Elementary and Secondary Education
Part 10 - Curriculum Generally
§ 49-6-1015. Senator Douglas Henry Tennessee History Act.
Universal Citation: TN Code § 49-6-1015 (2019)
(a) This section shall be known and may be cited as the “Senator Douglas Henry Tennessee History Act.”
(b) The general assembly finds that:
(1) It is essential for all citizens to know and understand the unique heritage and history of the state of Tennessee;
(2) A clear and full understanding of Tennessee's history is fundamental to understanding Tennessee's place in the United States and the world; and
(3) Providing and promoting Tennessee history should be a core mission of our system of education.
(c) Beginning with the 2019-2020 school year, the state board of education shall require a course in Tennessee history for students.
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