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SB 1585

Education - As introduced, deletes references to an obsolete reporting requirement imposed on the department of education regarding the implementation of certain literacy practices, standards, and requirements. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 9; Title 12; Title 48; Title 49 and Title 67.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Tennessee removes Department of Education reporting requirements on literacy implementation practices across six legal codes to reduce administrative burden.

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Bill Summary · SB 1585

Legislative bill overview

SB 1585 removes outdated reporting mandates that the Tennessee Department of Education previously had to fulfill regarding literacy instruction practices, standards, and implementation requirements. The bill streamlines state education code by eliminating administrative obligations that are no longer necessary across multiple sections of Tennessee law (Titles 4, 9, 12, 48, 49, and 67).

Why is this important

Removing obsolete reporting requirements can reduce administrative burden on education departments and allow resources to focus on actual literacy instruction rather than compliance documentation. However, eliminating reporting requirements also reduces public transparency and accountability mechanisms, making it harder for legislators and the public to monitor how literacy programs are being implemented.

Potential points of contention

  • Accountability loss: Deleting reporting requirements removes a mechanism for tracking whether literacy standards and practices are actually being implemented as intended
  • Scope ambiguity: The bill amends six different Tennessee Title codes, raising questions about exactly which reporting requirements are being eliminated and whether some eliminations are unintended consequences
  • Implementation opacity: Without reporting, there's reduced visibility into whether the Department of Education is maintaining adequate literacy instruction standards across districts

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

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