Bill > HB0088

This bill increases the amount of money that Local Education Agencies (LEAs) and public charter schools are required to provide to teachers in kindergarten through grade 12 for purchasing instructional supplies, raising the mandatory allocation from $200 to $500 per teacher. The bill specifically amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 49-3-359(a) to reflect this change. Importantly, the bill includes a provision clarifying that no funds will be obligated or expended under this act unless specifically appropriated by the General Appropriations Act, which means the funding increase is contingent on future budget approval. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, with the legislation stating that the public welfare requires this update. By increasing the supply stipend, the bill aims to provide teachers with more financial support for classroom materials, potentially helping educators offset out-of-pocket expenses for instructional resources.