Amends TCA Title 49, Chapter 6.
Tennessee HB1197 amends existing law regarding the academic study of the Bible in local education agencies (LEAs) and public charter schools by shifting the approval process from the state department of education to local boards of education or governing bodies of public charter schools. The bill requires these entities to ensure compliance with specific requirements and mandates that they publish approved Bible course curricula and instructional materials on their websites. Additionally, it clarifies that previously approved Bible courses before July 1, 2025, do not need local approval.
Tennessee HB1197 amends existing law regarding the academic study of the Bible in local education agencies (LEAs) and public charter schools by shifting the approval process from the state department of education to local boards of education or governing bodies of public charter schools. The bill requires these entities to ensure compliance with specific requirements and mandates that they publish approved Bible course curricula and instructional materials on their websites. Additionally, it clarifies that previously approved Bible courses before July 1, 2025, do not need local approval.
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