Amends TCA Title 15 and Title 49.
Tennessee HB0617, also known as "Tucker's Law," designates October as "Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month" in public schools, requiring local education agencies (LEAs) and public charter schools to provide age-appropriate instruction on fentanyl abuse prevention and drug poisoning awareness for students in grades 6-12. Key provisions include the incorporation of topics such as suicide prevention, local resources for support, and health education related to substance use and abuse. The instruction may be delivered by various organizations, including higher education institutions and community service organizations.
Tennessee HB0617, also known as "Tucker's Law," designates October as "Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month" in public schools, requiring local education agencies (LEAs) and public charter schools to provide age-appropriate instruction on fentanyl abuse prevention and drug poisoning awareness for students in grades 6-12. Key provisions include the incorporation of topics such as suicide prevention, local resources for support, and health education related to substance use and abuse. The instruction may be delivered by various organizations, including higher education institutions and community service organizations.
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