SB0290Enacted

Amends TCA Title 49, Chapter 6.

Tennessee SB0290 amends Title 49, Chapter 6 of the Tennessee Code Annotated to require that searches of students, their vehicles, or property on school grounds be conducted by a school resource officer acting as a school official. The bill affects students and school officials, stipulating that if a student is under 18, parental notification and consent are required before conducting a physical search. Additionally, it clarifies that searches must comply with constitutional standards and establishes training requirements for school administrators regarding search policies.

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Overview

Tennessee SB0290 amends Title 49, Chapter 6 of the Tennessee Code Annotated to require that searches of students, their vehicles, or property on school grounds be conducted by a school resource officer acting as a school official. The bill affects students and school officials, stipulating that if a student is under 18, parental notification and consent are required before conducting a physical search. Additionally, it clarifies that searches must comply with constitutional standards and establishes training requirements for school administrators regarding search policies.

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Sponsor

Bailey, Paul

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

January 24, 2025

Last Action

April 29, 2025

Pub. Ch. 244

Subjects
Search & SeizureLaw EnforcementLocal Education AgenciesEvidenceEducation

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