Tennessee SB1259 amends child neglect definitions to exclude certain independent activities for children of sufficient age and maturity.

Tennessee SB1259 amends Tennessee Code Annotated to redefine child neglect. It specifies that neglect does not include permitting a child, whose basic needs are met and who is of sufficient age and maturity, to engage in independent activities. These activities include traveling to and from school, commercial or recreational facilities, playing outdoors, remaining at home unattended for a reasonable period, and other similar independent activities. This act takes effect upon becoming law.

Tennessee SB1259 amends child neglect definitions to exclude certain independent activities for children of sufficient age and maturity.

Tennessee SB1259 amends Tennessee Code Annotated to redefine child neglect. It specifies that neglect does not include permitting a child, whose basic needs are met and who is of sufficient age and maturity, to engage in independent activities. These activities include traveling to and from school, commercial or recreational facilities, playing outdoors, remaining at home unattended for a reasonable period, and other similar independent activities. This act takes effect upon becoming law.