Amends TCA Title 49.
Tennessee HB1005 prohibits local education agencies (LEAs) and public charter schools from suspending or expelling students in pre-K through 2nd grade, except in cases where the student's behavior endangers the physical safety of others, as determined by the school's director. If suspension is deemed necessary, it is limited to a maximum of three days, and the bill mandates that prior to suspension, the student must be given an opportunity to calm down and have discussions with school staff and their parents about the behavior. Additionally, parents or guardians must be notified on the day of the suspension.
Tennessee HB1005 prohibits local education agencies (LEAs) and public charter schools from suspending or expelling students in pre-K through 2nd grade, except in cases where the student's behavior endangers the physical safety of others, as determined by the school's director. If suspension is deemed necessary, it is limited to a maximum of three days, and the bill mandates that prior to suspension, the student must be given an opportunity to calm down and have discussions with school staff and their parents about the behavior. Additionally, parents or guardians must be notified on the day of the suspension.
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Hakeem, Yusuf
114th General Assembly
February 5, 2025
March 18, 2025
Taken off notice for cal in s/c Education Administration Subcommittee of Education Committee