Senate Bill 2361, also known as House Bill 2129, amends Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Section 49-6-108, to enhance the reporting requirements for pre-kindergarten programs. The bill deletes the existing subdivision (6) and replaces it with a new provision that mandates the Department of Education to provide a report to the governor and the general assembly every three years. This report must detail the status of pre-kindergarten programs, including the number, location, and types of providers of pre-kindergarten classrooms, as well as the number of at-risk children served. Additionally, the report is required to be published on the Department of Education's Office of Early Learning website.

The act is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of transparency and accountability in the state's pre-kindergarten initiatives. By instituting these reporting requirements, the bill aims to ensure that stakeholders are informed about the availability and effectiveness of pre-kindergarten services in Tennessee.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 49-6-108