MSCS takeover bill would give power to Shelby County leaders
State Sen. Brent Taylor, R-Eads, asks a question during a meeting of the Tennessee Senate Judiciary Committee on Feb. 20, 2024, in Nashville. (George Walker IV/AP file)
Eads Republican state Sen. Brent Taylor brought the proposal, which targets Memphis by taking aim at Tennessee school districts with high concentrations of poverty.
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Laura Testino
Laura Testino is an enterprise reporter who writes about how public policy shapes Memphis. She is currently reporting from Frayser about education and housing. Please write her with your suggestions and story tips.
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