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New policies to know ahead of Tennessee’s 2026-27 school year
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Danica Sauter , as published by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 26, 2026
· 1 min read
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New policies are set to impact the 2026-27 school year in Tennessee. Several laws related to student development, health, and safety will be implemented. These laws include restrictions on technology
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Key takeaway A bill signed by Governor Bill Lee in 2025 limited cell phone use in schools.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 26, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? New policies are set to impact the 2026-27 school year in Tennessee. Several laws related to student development, health, and safety will be implemented. These laws include restrictions on technology
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