§ 49-3-367. Access to Internet services -- Legislative intent.

TN Code § 49-3-367 (2019) (N/A)
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It is the intent of the general assembly that adequately-funded access to Internet services be maintained for the public school systems in the state to enhance instructional capabilities and e-learning opportunities. It is further the intent of the general assembly that the funding for Internet services authorized by this part be maintained and adequately funded for the purpose of data transmission among sites located within LEAs, between LEAs and the state, and between LEAs and educational sites on the Internet. It is further the intent of the general assembly that LEAs shall have the choice to select any Internet service provider that meets the needs of the LEA as defined by each agency's local procurement processes, in compliance with all requirements of federal and state laws, rules, and regulations governing the processes.