Tell us about you—where you’re from, any fun facts about yourself, and where you spent your career prior to Beacon. I’m originally from Benton, Kentucky, a small town in the very western corner of the Bluegrass State. But, important to my upbringing, I am not a Wildcat! I spent four years in Nashville at Lipscomb... READ MORE
A majority of Tennesseans, 56% of voters, believe the cap on Education Freedom Scholarships should be lifted from where it currently sits at 20,000 so that all eligible families who applied this year can use the program, while 30% of Tennesseans disagree and believe the cap should remain where it is. Polling has shown consistent support... READ MORE
In light of Senator Marsha Blackburn’s recent announcement that she plans to run for governor of Tennessee, Beacon is releasing the poll results of the Republican gubernatorial primary a few days early. In the field before Senator Blackburn’s official announcement, the poll asked Tennesseans who they would support in the 2025 GOP primary for governor, Senator... READ MORE
As the school year begins, let’s celebrate not only a fresh start but also the "hope and opportunity" available to Tennessee families as new chapters open. READ MORE
The Founders understood that protections for private property must exist if the nation was to remain free. READ MORE
Whether you're a homeowner, renter, developer, or simply concerned about rising costs, this conversation is for you. READ MORE
Hundreds of property owners are now closer to receiving the refunds they deserve. READ MORE
Housing affordability is one of the biggest challenges facing Americans today. The only way out of the mess is to let builders build more housing, and that’s why it’s crucial for the Supreme Court to take this case. READ MORE
Education Freedom Scholarships won’t just change where kids go to school. They’ll change who they become. READ MORE
Beacon Asks Court to Approve $1.4 Million Settlement for Property Owners in Class Action Lawsuit Against Nashville
BY WEN FA
The Beacon Center and the city of Nashville jointly asked a federal court to preliminarily approve a settlement in a class action lawsuit Beacon filed challenging the city’s stormwater capacity fees. READ MORE
Education freedom is both a principled and practical way to fund education in our state. READ MORE
Policymakers face the challenge of creating a regulatory framework that provides clear guidelines without stifling the very innovation that drives the field forward. READ MORE