HB0971In Committee

Amends TCA Title 49.

Tennessee HB0971 amends the Tennessee Code Annotated to allow local education agencies (LEAs) and public charter schools to create a physical education (P.E.) program through community service, enabling students in grades nine through twelve to earn 0.5 credits by completing yardwork for older individuals and persons with disabilities. Key provisions include requirements for documentation of service hours, supervision of students, and parental consent for participation. The bill aims to enhance community engagement while fulfilling graduation requirements in physical education.

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Overview

Tennessee HB0971 amends the Tennessee Code Annotated to allow local education agencies (LEAs) and public charter schools to create a physical education (P.E.) program through community service, enabling students in grades nine through twelve to earn 0.5 credits by completing yardwork for older individuals and persons with disabilities. Key provisions include requirements for documentation of service hours, supervision of students, and parental consent for participation. The bill aims to enhance community engagement while fulfilling graduation requirements in physical education.

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Sponsor

Parkinson, Antonio

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

February 5, 2025

Last Action

February 25, 2025

Taken off notice for cal in s/c Education Instruction Subcommittee of Education Committee

Subjects
Local Education AgenciesSchools, CharterEducation, CurriculumEducation

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