Election Laws - As introduced, requires all public institutions of higher education in this state to observe an academic holiday on each general election day. - Amends TCA Title 2; Title 49, Chapter 11; Title 49, Chapter 7; Title 49, Chapter 8 and Title 49, Chapter 9.

Summary

The bill mandates that all public institutions of higher education in Tennessee treat each general election day as an academic holiday, halting any classwork, exams, or grading activities. It defines an academic holiday as a cessation of all academic obligations that affect a student's grade. The purpose is to give students and staff time to vote without academic pressure.

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