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Protesting for Equality: Uniting Against Legislative Threats
Coalition of groups unite to protest at Legislative Plaza. A coalition of advocacy groups, including the Southern Christian Coalition and The Equity Alliance, will march to the Tennessee Capitol today to protest actions taken by the General Assembly during the current legislative session.
Mobley Opposes Efforts to Arm Teachers
School Board candidate speaks out against legislation that would allow teachers to carry firearms at school. A Williamson County School Board candidate is speaking out against legislative efforts to arm teachers. District 1 candidate Elmer Mobley says he opposes legislation that would allow teachers with certain training to carry firearms while at school. The bill (SB1325) passed the Tennessee Senate recently and would allow teachers to confidentially carry firearms after receiving a specified training.
Borrowers' Uncertain Benefits: Paying 'Discount Points' for Lower Rates
Only some borrowers benefit from "points" paid on mortgages. A new report suggests most homebuyers are paying "discount points" up front on mortgage loans in exchange for a lower interest rate. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), which issued the report, says these points may only benefit some homeowners.
Exposing False Info: CFPB Demands Accurate Credit Reports
CFPB calls on credit reporting agencies to correct inaccuracies. A report released by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) found that credit reporting agencies failed to correct errors on credit reports due to identity theft or as a result of human trafficking.
Episcopal School of Nashville Announces May Fundaiser
With an event held on Cinco de Mayo, the Episcopal School of Nashville seeks to raise $125,000 to support its work as a private educational institution. The event is open to the community and will be held on May 5th, 2024 at 5:30 PM on the school's campus (1310 Ordway Place, Nashville).
Overdraft Fee Cap of $14: Advocates Hail Consumer Relief
A coalition of consumer advocacy groups is cheering a new federal rule that would cap overdraft fees on checking accounts at $14 per instance. The groups are responding to a proposal by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) that would lower the maximum allowable charge for a bank overdraft from $35 to $14.
Governor Appoints New Board for TSU
Governor moves quickly to replace vacated Board seats. Within hours of the General Assembly giving final approval to legislation that removed the entire Board of Trustees at Tennessee State University, Gov. Bill Lee announced a full slate of replacement Board members.
Pastors Condemn State's Takeover of TSU - Gross Abuse of Power
Legislature, Gov. Lee seek to vacate TSU Board of Trustees. On the heels of a vote by the Tennessee House of Representatives in favor of legislation that vacates the entire Tennessee State University Board of Trustees, a group of pastors affiliated with the Southern Christian Coalition (SCC) condemned what it called the General Assembly's overreach.
Nashville Launches Youth in Local Government Initiative
Program designed to give young people tools to make government work. Nashville's School Board and Metro Government are working together to launch a new program aimed at exposing high school students to the workings of local government.
Coalition Fights Against Restrictive Education Bill
Group says law will prevent accurate teaching about gender, race, and sex in colleges. An advocacy group operating under the umbrella "Tennessee Coalition for Truth in Education" is calling on the General Assembly to reject efforts to further restrict teaching about race, gender, and sexuality on college campuses.
Democrats Question Gov. Lee's Corporate Tax Breaks
Lawmakers want to know if Lee's business will benefit from multi-billion dollar tax changes. As the Tennessee General Assembly considers two different proposals to cut corporate taxes, legislative Democrats are raising questions about whether Gov. Bill Lee's business will benefit from the move.
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Andy Spears is a middle Tennessee writer and policy advocate. He reports on news around public policy issues - education, health care, consumer protection, and more.
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