Senate Bill 344 mandates that each local education agency (LEA) and public charter school in Tennessee must have at least one full-time employee trained annually in seizure safety and first aid to assist in emergencies. The bill specifies that training for personnel who volunteer to administer anti-seizure medications can fulfill this requirement if it includes seizure safety and first aid training. Additionally, the bill provides liability protections for both the LEA or public charter school and the trained employees, stating they will not be liable for personal injuries resulting from their actions, provided those actions do not constitute willful or wanton misconduct or gross negligence.

The bill also clarifies that the term "employee" does not include school nurses who are employed or contracted by the LEA or public charter school. This legislation is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, emphasizing the importance of safety training in schools to better prepare staff for medical emergencies involving seizures.