- Expanding the concept of teaching American exceptionalism created through the Institute of American Civics at the University of Tennessee to K-12 public education.
- $6.3 million investment to create a statewide Micro-Credentialing Program, to develop short-term, targeted certifications that equip Tennesseans with high-demand skills identified by industry and state partners.
- $25 million additional investment in the Fast Growth Fund, to support fast-growing school districts.
- $17 million for Grade A School Grants.
- $10 million to provide paid parental leave for Local Educational Agency employees.
- $52.8 million to fully fund the outcomes-based funding formula, which may be used for program improvements that assist higher education institutions in meeting outcomes including student progression, degree production, research and service, efficiency metrics, and other measures related to institutional mission.
- $2.27 million to the Tennessee Board of Regents’ Center for Workforce Development to expand workforce training for businesses and industries, including specialized onboarding and apprenticeship programs.
- $2 million to create a common application system for Tennessee’s community colleges, streamline student transfer, and implement a statewide customer relationship management system to enhance student outreach and support.
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