Tennessee’s universal school voucher bill draft drops. Here are 5 things that stand out.

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While Gov. Bill Lee has repeatedly pledged to build accountability into his voucher proposal, the draft of the plan wouldn’t require participating students to take state tests, or other assessments.

The draft legislation includes no language to prohibit discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

Anti-discrimination language is frequently included in state laws regarding eligibility for education programs.

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