HB1502 amends Tennessee Code to establish uniform standards for corrections officer certification and local correctional training academies.

HB1502 amends Tennessee Code to establish uniform standards for the training and certification of corrections officers and local correctional training academies. The bill authorizes the board to set certification requirements for corrections officers and to inspect and certify local correctional training academies. It also allows for the revocation of certification if necessary. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.

HB1502 amends Tennessee Code to establish uniform standards for corrections officer certification and local correctional training academies.

HB1502 amends Tennessee Code to establish uniform standards for the training and certification of corrections officers and local correctional training academies. The bill authorizes the board to set certification requirements for corrections officers and to inspect and certify local correctional training academies. It also allows for the revocation of certification if necessary. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.