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Legislation Bolstering The Volunteer Public Trust Fund For The State’s K-12 Public Schools Receives Unanimous Approval By The State Senate

March 15, 2019March 15, 2019 Laura Baigert

By a vote of 32-0, Tennessee’s State Senate unanimously approved legislation that bolsters the Volunteer Public Education Trust Fund designed to assist the state’s K-12 public schools. A notice released after the Senate floor vote said the bill, SB 0625, sponsored by Senator Bo Watson (R-Hixson), Chairman of the Senate…

JC Bowman Commentary: Blueprint for Transition in Education

November 28, 2018November 27, 2018 JC Bowman

Bill Lee ran as a conservative, and should govern as a conservative. He stressed the principles of free enterprise, limited government, individual freedom, traditional American values, and a strong education system.

Commentary: Hard Luck Woman

June 11, 2017June 11, 2017 JC Bowman

Candice McQueen walked into the job under the most difficult situation. She has done the impossible, in some of the most exasperating circumstances.

Teacher Licensure in Tennessee Needs Reform

March 2, 2017March 1, 2017 JC Bowman

Sometimes government action creates unintended consequences. It is estimated that nearly 10 highly committed educators lose their license each year due to no fault of their own. Then have no recourse to resolve this issue. That is why we worked with Rep. Pitts and Senator Tracy to address this issue with House Bill 111 and Senate Bill 661.