House Bill 364 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, by introducing a new section that mandates funding for school counselors. Specifically, it stipulates that the Tennessee Investment in Student Achievement (TISA) program will fund one full-time licensed professional school counselor position for every 250 students in a local education agency (LEA) or one full-time position for each LEA and public charter school, whichever is greater. Additionally, it requires each LEA and public charter school to employ a licensed professional school counselor for each position funded under this provision.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2023, and will apply to the 2023-2024 school year and subsequent years. This legislation aims to enhance the availability of professional counseling services in schools, thereby supporting the mental health and academic success of students.