Senate Bill 7070, also known as House Bill 7093, amends Tennessee Code Annotated to enhance school safety measures. The bill mandates that the Department of Safety, in collaboration with the Department of Education, conduct inspections of public school facilities serving pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade at least once every three years. These inspections aim to assess the safety and security of the schools' facilities.
Following each inspection, the Department of Safety is required to provide a detailed report to each public school, outlining the findings and offering recommendations for improving the security of the facilities. This initiative is designed to ensure that schools maintain a safe environment for students and staff. The act will take effect upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in the legislative process.