SB 565 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Education, Curriculum - As introduced, requires each local education agency and public charter school to review any new family life curricula recommended by the joint task force on children's justice and child sexual abuse prior to the start of each school year. - Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 49.

This Tennessee bill (SB 565) requires all public school districts and public charter schools to review any new family life education materials recommended by the state's joint task force on children's justice and child sexual abuse before each school year begins. It amends Tennessee education laws (Titles 39 and 49) to establish this annual review as a mandatory step for schools adopting new curriculum. The policy directly affects every public school in Tennessee offering family life education courses. The requirement takes effect on July 1, 2025.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
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Governor
Introduced Feb 10, 2025 Last action Feb 12, 2025
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Feb 12, 2025
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Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Education Committee
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Feb 10, 2025
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Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
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Mark Pody
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