An already contentious voucher-like proposal took a dramatic turn in Tennessee as Republican leaders refused to acknowledge a vote spiking the proposal on the House floor and Senate leaders advocated for a drastically different version.

Tuesday's action marked the latest evolution stemming from Gov. Bill Lee's education savings account proposal - known as a voucher-style program allowing families to take public dollars to pay for private school tuition and other expenses.

In the House, Speaker Glen Casada refused to accept a vote tally spiking the voucher bill by just one vote. Instead, he held the floor for more than 30 minutes until a fellow Republican flipped his vote.

Casada's action sparked outcry from Democrats, who argued the decision likely violated the state's constitution.

Senator Dawn White of Murfreesboro (Republican) explains more about the proposed Education Savings Plan...



If passed, the state will also provide home school courses online that parents can purchase with their dedicated "ESA" money.