TN SB0273The bill clarifies that school employees will not be charged with a crime for changing or creating a student's grades if those changes are made because the student is allowed to retake a failed course or assignment to earn credit. This means that if a student improves their performance through retake programs, their grades can be adjusted without legal repercussions for the staff involved.
TN SB0273 is a senate bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Brent Taylor (R), currently “Passed” since April 6, 2026.
We track 9,160 Tennessee bills this session, 129 of them sponsored by Brent Taylor.
Supporters of the bill argue that it promotes fairness and encourages student improvement by allowing educators to recognize the efforts of students who retake courses or assignments. They believe it supports educational practices that help students succeed and progress in their academic journeys.
Critics of the bill may argue that it could lead to potential grade inflation and undermine the integrity of academic records. They may express concerns that it allows for too much leniency in grading practices, which could diminish the value of educational achievements.
The analysis of SB0273, which clarifies the legal implications for school employees altering student grades under specific circumstances, reveals no direct conflicts of interest for the sponsor, Brent Taylor. His primary occupations as an attorney and a board member of the Memphis City Council do not intersect with the educational policies or practices that would be impacted by this bill. Furthermore, his affiliation with UBS Investments and involvement in funeral services do not relate to the education sector or student records management.
Unlike federal analysis based on campaign donations, state analysis examines legislators' personal financial interests — their jobs, businesses, and investments.
| Type | Description | Industry | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupation | Attorney | Lawyers/Law Firms | TN Legislature bio |
| Employer | Taylor Law Firm | Lawyers/Law Firms | AI-researched |
| Board Member | Board Member of the Memphis City Council | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | UBS INVESTMENTS | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Occupation | Other, FUNERAL SERVICES | — | TN Ethics Commission |
Items marked "AI-researched" are generated from public sources but have not been independently verified. Verified data is sourced from official legislature websites and disclosure filings.
About This Analysis
This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Tennessee General Assembly. Conflict analysis examines the sponsor's personal financial interests for potential overlaps with the bill's subject matter.
What does TN SB0273 do?
The bill clarifies that school employees will not be charged with a crime for changing or creating a student's grades if those changes are made because the student is allowed to retake a failed course or assignment to earn credit. This means that if a student improves their performance through retake programs, their grades can be adjusted without legal repercussions for the staff involved.
What is the status of TN SB0273?
TN SB0273 is currently “Passed” in the Tennessee legislature.
Who sponsored TN SB0273?
Brent Taylor (R) sponsored TN SB0273.
