Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 51; Title 49 and Title 67.
Tennessee SB0270 mandates that local educational agencies (LEAs) establish pre-K programs to serve all eligible children, defined as those who are four years old by August 15, and requires a lottery system for enrollment if applications exceed available spots. The bill also introduces a 9.5% data transaction privilege tax on digital advertising revenues of $50 million or more, with proceeds allocated to fund universal pre-K programs. Key changes include the removal of provisions for LEAs to apply for funding and the establishment of a universal pre-K fund to support the program's implementation.
Tennessee SB0270 mandates that local educational agencies (LEAs) establish pre-K programs to serve all eligible children, defined as those who are four years old by August 15, and requires a lottery system for enrollment if applications exceed available spots. The bill also introduces a 9.5% data transaction privilege tax on digital advertising revenues of $50 million or more, with proceeds allocated to fund universal pre-K programs. Key changes include the removal of provisions for LEAs to apply for funding and the establishment of a universal pre-K fund to support the program's implementation.
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