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SB 2647

Children's Services, Dept. of - As introduced, requires the department to create and maintain a website that includes certain information about child care agencies. - Amends TCA Title 37, Chapter 5, Part 5.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kerry Roberts

Tennessee bill requiring Department of Children's Services to create public website listing information about state child care agencies for parent access and provider transparency.

Placed on Senate Finance, Ways, and Means Committee calendar for 4/20/2026
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Bill Summary · SB 2647

Legislative bill overview

SB 2647 requires Tennessee's Department of Children's Services to create and maintain a public website displaying information about child care agencies operating in the state. The bill amends the existing child care regulatory framework under Tennessee Code Annotated Title 37, Chapter 5, Part 5, to formalize this transparency requirement.

Why is this important

Parents and guardians seeking child care need accessible information to make informed decisions about their children's safety and care options. Centralizing agency information on a state website reduces information barriers and allows for better comparison of licensed providers, potentially improving oversight and accountability in the child care sector.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of information unclear – The bill doesn't specify what information must be included (licensing status, inspection records, complaint histories, pricing, hours, staff qualifications), which could lead to disputes during implementation
  • Cost and maintenance burden – Creating and maintaining a comprehensive website requires ongoing funding and staff resources, raising questions about fiscal impact and sustainability
  • Liability concerns – Public posting of agency information, particularly negative data, could expose the state to legal challenges from providers claiming reputational harm or inaccurate listings

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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