SB1332Enacted

Amends TCA Title 49, Chapter 2; Title 49, Chapter 5 and Title 49, Chapter 6.

Tennessee SB1332 amends existing laws regarding released time courses in religious moral instruction by establishing new requirements for instructors and personnel associated with independent entities that conduct these courses. It affects local education agencies (LEAs) and independent entities by mandating that all individuals in proximity to students submit to a criminal history background check and comply with certification requirements regarding their criminal history. Key provisions include the necessity for background checks prior to the 2025-2026 school year, ongoing checks every five years, and written certification to LEAs confirming compliance and absence of disqualifying convictions.

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Overview

Tennessee SB1332 amends existing laws regarding released time courses in religious moral instruction by establishing new requirements for instructors and personnel associated with independent entities that conduct these courses. It affects local education agencies (LEAs) and independent entities by mandating that all individuals in proximity to students submit to a criminal history background check and comply with certification requirements regarding their criminal history. Key provisions include the necessity for background checks prior to the 2025-2026 school year, ongoing checks every five years, and written certification to LEAs confirming compliance and absence of disqualifying convictions.

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Sponsor

Harshbarger, Bobby

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

February 6, 2025

Last Action

May 13, 2025

Pub. Ch. 401

Subjects
EducationTennessee Bureau of InvestigationStudentsCriminal Offenses

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SB1332: Amends TCA Title 49, Chapter 2; Title 49, Chapter 5 and Title 49, Chapter 6. | LegisGo