HB1998In Committee

Amends TCA Title 49, Chapter 6.

Tennessee HB1998 allows designated school employees, who have completed an orientation and training program developed by the Department of Education, to conduct searches of containers, packages, and certain enclosures used for storage by students or visitors. The bill affects school environments by establishing a protocol for searches aimed at maintaining safety and security. Key provisions include the requirement for training and designation of specific employees by the school principal to carry out these searches.

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Overview

Tennessee HB1998 allows designated school employees, who have completed an orientation and training program developed by the Department of Education, to conduct searches of containers, packages, and certain enclosures used for storage by students or visitors. The bill affects school environments by establishing a protocol for searches aimed at maintaining safety and security. Key provisions include the requirement for training and designation of specific employees by the school principal to carry out these searches.

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Sponsor

Stevens, Robert

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

January 22, 2026

Last Action

March 10, 2026

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

Subjects
Local Education AgenciesStudentsSearch & SeizureSafetyEducation

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