Senate Bill 2637 amends Tennessee Code Annotated to establish new age requirements for individuals serving as teachers or assistant teachers in child care programs for children aged four years or younger. Specifically, the bill stipulates that such individuals must be at least eighteen years of age, thereby ensuring that younger children are cared for by adequately mature and responsible adults.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, emphasizing the importance of maintaining high standards in child care settings to promote the welfare of young children. This legislative change aims to enhance the quality of education and care provided in early childhood programs across the state.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 49-1-1103(a), 49-1-1103