Bill > SB0184

This bill amends Tennessee law to increase 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 clarifies that it does not automatically appropriate funds, meaning that the actual funding must be specifically approved through the General Appropriations Act. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, with the legislation noting that the public welfare requires this increase in support for teachers. By increasing the supply stipend, the bill aims to provide educators with more financial resources to purchase classroom materials and resources, potentially helping teachers offset out-of-pocket expenses for instructional supplies.