Tennessee HB2573 mandates that teachers and assistant teachers in child care programs for children aged four and under must be at least 18 years old.

Tennessee HB2573 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49 and Title 71, Chapter 3, Part 5, to establish a new requirement that teachers and assistant teachers in child care programs for children aged four and under must be at least 18 years old. This act aims to ensure that individuals in these positions meet a minimum age requirement, potentially enhancing the quality of care provided to young children. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2026.

Tennessee HB2573 mandates that teachers and assistant teachers in child care programs for children aged four and under must be at least 18 years old.

Tennessee HB2573 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49 and Title 71, Chapter 3, Part 5, to establish a new requirement that teachers and assistant teachers in child care programs for children aged four and under must be at least 18 years old. This act aims to ensure that individuals in these positions meet a minimum age requirement, potentially enhancing the quality of care provided to young children. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2026.