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TN HB0710

TN HB0710
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, Chapter 3, relative to teaching supplies.


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Introduced
01/26/2023
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/25/2024

Introduced Session

113th General Assembly

Bill Summary

As introduced, increases the amount, from $200 to $600, each LEA is required to pay each teacher in kindergarten through grade 12 for the purchase of instructional supplies for the 2023-2024 school year. - Amends TCA Title 49, Chapter 3.

AI Summary

This bill amends Tennessee's education laws to increase the amount that each Local Education Agency (LEA) must pay to each teacher in grades K-12 for the purchase of instructional supplies. Specifically, it increases the required amount from $200 to $600 for the 2023-2024 school year. The funds must be used by teachers for instructional supplies and cannot be used for basic building needs like HVAC, carpets, or furniture. Any unused funds must be pooled at the school level and used to purchase equipment that benefits all teachers.

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Withdrawn. (on 01/30/2023)

Bill Topics

Education
  • ‐ Elementary and Secondary Education

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0710&ga=113 01/31/2023
BillText https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/113/Bill/HB0710.pdf 01/31/2023
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