Memphis Schools “Takeover” Bill Dead Until Next Year
Sen. Brent Taylor said students are “hanging in there like a crackhead’s last tooth."
Rep. Mark White, a Shelby County Republican, said he will pursue a measure enabling the state to take over administration of Memphis-Shelby County Schools in 2026. (Photo: John Partipilo)
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