House Bill 1840 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, to enhance accountability in career and technical education (CTE) within local education agencies (LEAs). The bill introduces a new requirement for each LEA to submit an annual report to the department by July 31, detailing the number of students who received information about CTE opportunities in the previous school year. This addition aims to ensure that LEAs are actively promoting CTE options to students and tracking their outreach efforts.

The act is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of timely implementation for the benefit of students and the overall educational framework in Tennessee. By mandating these reports, the legislation seeks to improve transparency and encourage LEAs to prioritize career and technical education as a viable pathway for students.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 49-6-412