Tennessee's governor proposes a voucher program, sparking debate over funding shifts to private schools.

Tennessee's Governor Bill Lee proposes the Education Freedom Act, a school voucher program that could divert funds to private schools, causing concern among educators. Arkansas' similar LEARNS program showed that most students merely shifted from private or homeschool settings to receive state funding, with minimal changes in school choice. Critics worry the Tennessee bill will pull money from public schools, though supporters see potential for teacher bonuses and school improvements.

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