House Bill 750, sponsored by Reeves, amends Tennessee Code Annotated to enhance school security reporting requirements. Specifically, it revises Section 49-6-809(h) by deleting the existing language and substituting it with a new mandate for chief law enforcement officers of agencies overseeing schools that employ armed security officers. These officers are now required to submit an annual report to various state officials, including the governor and education committee chairs, by September 1 each year. The report must detail any security deficiencies identified at the schools and provide recommendations for improvements.

Additionally, if multiple law enforcement agencies are involved in a single county, the bill allows for a consolidated report to be submitted, streamlining the reporting process. This legislative change aims to improve the safety and security of schools in Tennessee by ensuring that law enforcement agencies actively assess and address security concerns on an annual basis. The act is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 49-6-809(h), 49-6-809