Tennessee lawmakers
Coverage of Tennessee lawmakers in the Nexus archive.
- Tennessee approves $356M increase for voucher vendor contract despite concerns
Tennessee lawmakers approved a $356 million increase to the state’s contract with the company administering private school vouchers, despite concerns. The decision involves expanding funding for the voucher program administered by an unspecified vendor.
- Shelby County government sues Tennessee lawmakers over school board takeover law
Shelby County government sued Tennessee lawmakers in federal court over a law replacing the locally elected Memphis Shelby County Schools board with a state-appointed one. The lawsuit alleges violations of equal protection clauses in the U.S. and Tennessee constitutions, arguing the law removes local control over education decisions.
- Chattanooga airport board sues to stop state takeover
The Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport Authority has sued the state to block a new law allowing state lawmakers to appoint members to local airport boards. Nashville's airport authority also filed a lawsuit, citing a 2024 FAA law that prohibits state takeovers when boards object. The legislation, which affects five Tennessee airports, grants appointment powers to the governor, legislative leaders, and local mayors.