Statutes | Tenn. Code Ann. ยง 49-6-1015 | 2018

(a) This section shall be known and may be cited as the &ldquoSenator Douglas Henry Tennessee History Act.&rdquo
(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 Tennessees history is fundamental to understanding Tennessees 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 2026-2027 school year, each LEA and public charter school shall require fifth grade students to complete one (1) semester of Tennessee history in the first semester of the students fifth grade year.