Charter school operators would have more options to bypass local school board approval under a proposal backed by Gov. Bill Lee.

The Tennessee legislature approved Gov. Bill Lee's signature education initiative during a special legislative session.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Update: The Tennessee House narrowly passed Gov. Bill Lee’s school choice bill on Thursday afternoon. Next up, the Senate Will vote on the Education Freedom Act.

The governor hopes to launch the program for 20,000 students by the next school year, a tight deadline for the state to meet.

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Update: The Tennessee House narrowly passed Gov. Bill Lee’s school choice bill on Thursday afternoon. Next up, the Senate Will vote on the Education Freedom Act. Earlier: The Tennessee ...

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Tennessee lawmakers held a special legislative session the week of Jan. 27. During the special session, lawmakers approved an expanded statewide school voucher program. Lawmakers also approved ...

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