Tennessee SB1378 establishes a division of early child care and education within the Department of Education.

Tennessee SB1378 creates a division of early child care and education within the Department of Education, tasked with overseeing various early childhood programs. The bill mandates the development of a two-part transition plan, with the first phase focusing on establishing the division by December 31, 2026, and the second phase aiming to create a unified early childhood care and education system by July 1, 2027. The division will manage programs funded by state and federal monies, including the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Tennessee SB1378 establishes a division of early child care and education within the Department of Education.

Tennessee SB1378 creates a division of early child care and education within the Department of Education, tasked with overseeing various early childhood programs. The bill mandates the development of a two-part transition plan, with the first phase focusing on establishing the division by December 31, 2026, and the second phase aiming to create a unified early childhood care and education system by July 1, 2027. The division will manage programs funded by state and federal monies, including the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.