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HB 2048

Education, Dept. of - As introduced, establishes a date, of July 1 each year, by which the office of early learning within the department must submit a report to the governor and the general assembly on the status of pre-kindergarten programs. - Amends TCA Title 49.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Jake McCalmon

Requires Tennessee's Office of Early Learning to submit annual pre-K program status reports to leadership by July 1, establishing accountability oversight for early childhood education initiatives.

H. Placed on Regular Calendar for 4/2/2026
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Bill Summary · HB 2048

Legislative bill overview

HB 2048 establishes an annual reporting requirement for Tennessee's Office of Early Learning, mandating submission of pre-kindergarten program status reports to the governor and general assembly by July 1 each year. The bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated Title 49, which governs education law.

Why is this important

Annual reporting creates accountability mechanisms and provides policymakers with consistent data on pre-K program performance, accessibility, and outcomes. This information supports evidence-based decision-making regarding early childhood education funding and policy adjustments.

Potential points of contention

  • Administrative burden: The reporting requirement imposes compliance costs on the Office of Early Learning without apparent appropriation of additional resources
  • Report scope ambiguity: The bill doesn't specify what constitutes "status" — leaving unclear whether it covers enrollment, funding, quality metrics, outcomes, or all elements
  • Enforcement mechanism: No penalties or consequences are defined if reports are late or incomplete, potentially weakening the requirement's effectiveness

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

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