House Bill 448, sponsored by Glynn, amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, to enhance the training requirements for local education agencies (LEAs) and public charter schools regarding behavior intervention programs. The bill mandates that each LEA and public charter school must incorporate at least two hours of evidence-based skills training each school year, focusing on positive behavioral interventions and supports, conflict prevention, functional behavior assessments, de-escalation, and conflict management. This training can also fulfill part of the in-service training requirements outlined in a separate section of the law.

Additionally, the bill removes a specific subdivision (3) from Section 49-10-1304(j), streamlining the existing regulations. The changes introduced by this bill are set to take effect on July 1, 2025, emphasizing the importance of equipping educators with the necessary skills to manage student behavior effectively.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 49-10-1304, 49-10-1304(j)