Budget & Taxes

SB 6005 is an appropriations bill that funds Tennessee's state government operations for the 2024-2025 fiscal years. It allocates specific sums for key programs, including $225.8 million for Education Freedom Scholarships, $210 million for Hurricane Helene recovery efforts, $240 million for disaster relief, and $20 million to rebuild Hampton High School in Carter County. The bill also covers expenses for the first extraordinary session of the 114th General Assembly and provides funds for tourism development and incentives for high-performing schools. These appropriations directly support state agencies, schools, and local governments by providing resources for their designated programs and operations.