Bill > HB0007

This bill amends Tennessee's education code to increase the amount that each Local Education Agency (LEA) and public charter school must pay to each teacher in kindergarten through 12th grade for the purchase of instructional supplies. Specifically, it raises the required amount from $200 to $500 for the 2023-2024 school year. The funds must be given to teachers by October 31 and can be used at the teacher's discretion on instructional supplies, but cannot be used for basic building needs. Any unused funds must be pooled at the school level and used for the benefit of all teachers. The bill also specifies that this is not an appropriation of funds, and the funds cannot be obligated or expended unless specifically appropriated by the general appropriations act.