HB1973Enacted

Amends TCA Title 49.

Tennessee HB1973 amends Title 49 of the Tennessee Code Annotated to include former students in the categories of individuals with whom educators may face licensure discipline for engaging in sexually related behavior. Additionally, the bill removes the option for local boards of education to impose licensure discipline on educators who breach contracts without a justifiable reason. This legislation affects educators and their licensure status in relation to contract compliance and conduct with former students.

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Overview

Tennessee HB1973 amends Title 49 of the Tennessee Code Annotated to include former students in the categories of individuals with whom educators may face licensure discipline for engaging in sexually related behavior. Additionally, the bill removes the option for local boards of education to impose licensure discipline on educators who breach contracts without a justifiable reason. This legislation affects educators and their licensure status in relation to contract compliance and conduct with former students.

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Sponsor

White, Mark

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

January 22, 2026

Last Action

May 18, 2026

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 898

Subjects
Teachers, Principals and School PersonnelEducationEducation, State Board of

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