House Bill 61, sponsored by Raper, amends Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Section 49-6-3009, to enhance the process of handling student attendance records in legal complaints or referrals. The bill introduces a new provision that allows for the issuance of subpoenas to obtain a student's attendance record, which includes all previous school years attended at public schools. This process will be conducted in compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and other relevant privacy laws, ensuring that student information is handled appropriately.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, emphasizing the importance of maintaining student privacy while also providing a legal mechanism for accessing attendance records when necessary. This change aims to streamline the process for addressing attendance-related issues while adhering to existing privacy protections.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 49-6-3009