House Bill 187 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Sections 49-1-905 and 49-1-910, to enhance the oversight of foundational literacy skills plans by the office of the comptroller of the treasury. The bill replaces the existing language in Section 49-1-905(g) by requiring the comptroller to review these plans to ensure compliance with established requirements and to assess the approval status and necessary revisions. The findings from this review will be included in the comptroller's report as mandated by Section 49-1-910.

Additionally, Section 49-1-910 is entirely revised to outline the responsibilities of the comptroller in reviewing data, practices, and outcomes related to literacy initiatives. The department of education is required to provide requested information promptly, and the comptroller must submit a comprehensive report every three years to key legislative leaders and the state board of education, with the report also being published on the comptroller's website. This legislative change aims to improve accountability and transparency in literacy education in Tennessee.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 49-1-905(g), 49-1-905, 49-1-910