Correction, Dept. of - As enacted, requires the department to conduct an annual education assessment of each inmate who is serving a period of confinement for committing a felony offense to ascertain the inmate's highest grade or educational level attained, as well as their interest in continuing, completing, or advancing their education; requires the department to notify such inmates of the educational programming and opportunities available. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 41 and Title 49.

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The bill directs the Department of Correction to evaluate each inmate’s highest grade completed and their interest in further education when they are admitted and at least once each year. Within 90 days of each assessment, the department must provide written information about any educational programs the inmate can access. This applies to all inmates serving felony confinement and takes effect July 1, 2026.

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