SB1912

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to acceptable uses of technology provided by public schools.

Complete·5/26/26

Tennessee SB1912 amends internet use policies for public schools to ensure safety and compliance with state laws.

Tennessee SB1912 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, to establish stricter guidelines for internet use policies in local education agencies and public charter schools. The bill mandates that these schools adopt policies that include internet safety protocols, communication guidelines with parents, rules for student online safety, and safeguards against accessing harmful content. It also requires annual audits of these policies and mandates that providers of digital materials verify compliance with state laws. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

11 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Apr 14

9:30 AM

Senate Finance, Ways And Means Hearing

Apr 8

8:30 AM

Senate Finance, Ways And Means Hearing

History

May 26

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 992

Apr 24

Senate

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Apr 22

Senate

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