New Tennessee law named after Charlie Kirk allows teachers to discuss Christianity’s role in American history

TN schools can teach ‘positive impacts’ of Judeo-Christian values starting July 1

The Charlie Kirk American Heritage Act, signed by Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, will take effect on July 1, 2026, allowing public school teachers to highlight the positive impacts of Judeo-Christian values in American history.

Tennessee’s Charlie Kirk American Heritage Act Set To Take Effect July 1

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New Tennessee law named after Charlie Kirk allows teachers to discuss Christianity’s role in American history

Cochran said the legislation is not intended to require a new curriculum or mandate classroom instruction.

NEW TN LAW ALLOWS TEACHERS TO TEACH CHRISTIANITY

NASHVILLE, Tenn.  — A new Tennessee law set to take effect July 1 will give educators additional assurance they can teach about Christianity’s influence on the founding of the United States without fear of violating state policy. The Charlie Kirk American Heritage Act, sponsored by State Rep. Mark Cochran (R-Englewood), allows public school teachers and faculty at public colleges and universities to discuss the role Christianity played in shapin…