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HB 187

Education - As enacted, reduces the number and frequency of certain reports the comptroller of the treasury is required to submit to the state board of education and to the chairs of the education committees of the senate and house of representatives regarding the Tennessee Literacy Success Act. - Amends TCA Section 49-1-905 and Section 49-1-910.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Aron Maberry

HB 187 reduces Comptroller reporting frequency to the State Board of Education on Tennessee's Literacy Success Act, cutting administrative burden but potentially limiting oversight.

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 21
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Bill Summary · HB 187

Legislative bill overview

HB 187 reduces the number and frequency of reporting requirements that Tennessee's Comptroller of the Treasury must submit to the State Board of Education and legislative education committees regarding the Tennessee Literacy Success Act. The bill modifies the statutory reporting obligations under TCA Sections 49-1-905 and 49-1-910, streamlining administrative compliance burden.

Why is this important

Reporting requirements create administrative costs and staff time, so reducing them can free up resources in the Comptroller's office. However, less frequent reporting may reduce legislative and board oversight of how the Literacy Success Act is performing and whether taxpayer funds are being used effectively. The bill affects transparency into a major education initiative.

Potential points of contention

  • Reduced transparency: Less frequent reports mean policymakers and the public receive information about literacy program effectiveness at longer intervals, potentially delaying identification of problems or needed adjustments.
  • Implementation accountability: The Literacy Success Act's success depends partly on monitoring; fewer check-ins could weaken accountability for whether stated goals are being met.
  • Cost-benefit clarity: While the bill reduces administrative burden on the Comptroller, the specific reporting reductions aren't detailed in the bill summary, making it unclear what savings result versus what oversight is lost.

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

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