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TN SB0416
TN SB0416AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to virtual schools.
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Introduced
01/28/2025
01/28/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
03/17/2025
03/17/2025
Passed
04/23/2025
04/23/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/15/2025
05/15/2025
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As enacted, requires the state textbook and instructional materials quality commission, in consultation with the department of education, to develop a plan for the commission to review and submit to the state board of education for approval of electronic textbooks and instructional materials for use by virtual schools established by LEAs. - Amends TCA Title 49.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee's education code by requiring the state's textbook commission to develop a plan for reviewing and approving electronic textbooks and instructional materials specifically used by virtual schools established by Local Educational Agencies (LEAs). The commission must work in consultation with the department of education to create this review plan, with a deadline of January 1, 2027 for implementation. If implementing the plan requires new legislation, the commission must submit recommendations to the state's general assembly by that date. If no additional legislation is needed, the commission should directly implement the plan by January 1, 2027. The bill aims to establish a more structured process for ensuring the quality and standards of educational materials used in virtual learning environments, enhancing oversight of curriculum materials for online schools in Tennessee. The legislation takes effect immediately upon becoming law, reflecting the state's assessment that public welfare requires prompt action on virtual school educational standards.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Effective date(s) 05/09/2025 (on 05/15/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB0416&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/acts/114/pub/pc0427.pdf |
| Amendment 1-0 to SB0416 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Amend/SA0130.pdf |
| Fiscal Memo for SA0130 (4881) | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/FM0446.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - HB0380 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/HB0380.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB0416.pdf |
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