SB 580 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Day Care - As introduced, requires the governor's office of faith-based and community initiatives to establish a grant program for the purpose of supporting and funding nonprofit and faith-based child care programs for children four years of age and younger. - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 32; Title 8; Title 9 and Title 71.

SB 580 requires the governor's office of faith-based and community initiatives to create a grant program funding nonprofit and faith-based child care programs for children four years old and younger. At least one-third of annual funds must go to these programs, with priority for providers in areas with high demand and limited child care for young children (defined as census tracts with over 50 children under five and either no licensed child care or a ratio of three children per available slot). To qualify, programs must be licensed, maintain good standing with human services, and charge families no more than 7% of household income. The program mandates annual reports to the legislature on grant distribution and usage.
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 Health and Welfare Committee
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Feb 10, 2025
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Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
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Raumesh Akbari
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