In one paragraph
Tennessee's SB 514 (114th General Assembly) would have required each LEA and public charter school, beginning in the 2026-2027 school year, to give students age-appropriate instruction on how to access, use, and critically evaluate AI tools. The Department of Education would issue implementation guidance and, subject to funding, offer educators professional development. Companion to HB 531. Last action March 19, 2025; the bill died when the session adjourned in April 2026.
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What it means for business
Not law. Had it passed, school districts and charter schools would have had to teach students about AI tools from 2026-2027 under state guidance.
Key provisions
- Beginning in the 2026-2027 school year, each LEA and public charter school must provide age-appropriate instruction on how to access, utilize, and critically evaluate AI tools within the curriculum taught by the educator
- Instruction must align with Department of Education guidance covering basic AI concepts, practical applications, responsible use, how to access AI tools, and critical thinking skills
- Subject to available funding, the department must provide a professional development program in AI education for educators
- Would take effect on becoming law
- Last action: assigned to the General Subcommittee of the Senate Education Committee, March 19, 2025; House companion HB 531 did not pass; the bill died when the session adjourned in April 2026
Latest legislative action
Mar 19, 2025. Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Education Committee
Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Paul Bailey R | Sponsor | SD-015 |
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