House Bill 1805 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, by introducing a new section that mandates local education agencies (LEAs) and public charter schools to provide age- and grade-appropriate instruction on the history of communism. This instruction must cover various aspects, including the history of communism in the United States, atrocities committed under communist regimes abroad, and a comparative analysis of political ideologies that oppose the principles of freedom and democracy. Additionally, it requires discussions on the threats posed by communism throughout the twentieth century, the economic and political events leading to communist revolutions, and the spread of communist ideologies in Latin America.

To support the implementation of this instruction, the bill directs the Department of Education to develop guidance for LEAs and public charter schools, with the option to consult individuals who have experienced communism or organizations focused on its victims. The act will take effect upon becoming law for the purpose of developing guidance, while the full provisions will be effective starting July 1, 2026, applying to the 2026-2027 school year and subsequent years.