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TN HB2573
TN HB2573AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49 and Title 71, Chapter 3, Part 5, relative to child care programs.
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Introduced
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
In Committee
03/10/2026
03/10/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
04/13/2026
04/13/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/13/2026
04/13/2026
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As enacted, prohibits an individual from serving as a teacher or assistant teacher in a child care program for children who are four or younger unless the individual is at least 18. - Amends TCA Title 49 and Title 71, Chapter 3, Part 5.
AI Summary
This bill, amending Tennessee Code Annotated (TCA) Titles 49 and 71, Chapter 3, Part 5, establishes a new requirement for individuals working in child care programs. Specifically, it prohibits anyone under the age of 18 from serving as a teacher or assistant teacher for children who are four years old or younger. This change aims to ensure that young children in care are supervised by individuals who meet a minimum age standard, with the act taking effect on July 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Comp. became Pub. Ch. 679 (on 04/13/2026)
Bill Topics
Education
- ‐ Elementary and Secondary Education
Social Welfare
- ‐ Family Issues
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/Default?BillNumber=HB2573&ga=114 | 02/03/2026 |
| BillText | https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/acts/114/pub/pc0679.pdf | 04/13/2026 |
| Fiscal Note - SB2637 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB2637.pdf | 02/26/2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB2573.pdf | 02/03/2026 |
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