HB1849Introduced in the House
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 2 and Title 49, relative to elected superintendents of schools.
Introduced by Ed Butler, District 41
What does this bill do?
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Official description
As introduced, authorizes counties and cities to create by majority vote of the local legislative body the elected office of school superintendent. - Amends TCA Title 2 and Title 49.
Where it stands
Taken off notice for cal. in Education Committee
February 17, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: HOUSE EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION SUBCOMMITTEE: Rec. for pass by s/c ref. to Education Committee · February 10, 2026
3
Yes
2
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
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See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Scott Cepicky | 64 | Yes |
| Ronnie Glynn | 67 | No |
| Jay Reedy | 74 | Yes |
| Chris Hurt | 82 | Yes |
| Mark White | 83 | No |
Bill history
Filed for introduction
Intro., P1C.
P2C, ref. to Education Committee
Assigned to s/c Education Administration Subcommittee
Placed on s/c cal Education Administration Subcommittee for 2/10/2026
Rec. for pass by s/c ref. to Education Committee
Placed on cal. Education Committee for 2/17/2026
Taken off notice for cal. in Education Committee
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