House Bill 61, sponsored by Raper, amends Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Section 49-6-3009, to enhance the process of handling complaints or referrals related to student attendance. The bill introduces a new provision that allows for the issuance of subpoenas to obtain a student's attendance record, which includes records from 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 applicable privacy laws, ensuring that student privacy is maintained while allowing necessary access to attendance information.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, emphasizing the importance of addressing student attendance issues while adhering to legal privacy standards. This legislative change aims to streamline the process for educational authorities and relevant parties to access crucial attendance records when needed for investigations or legal proceedings.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 49-6-3009