Senate Bill 1252, also known as House Bill 1262, amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, to expand the language regarding the rights and responsibilities of individuals within public schools and local education agencies (LEAs). The bill modifies Section 49-6-5102 by replacing references to "teachers and employees" with "teachers, employees, and students" throughout various subsections. Additionally, it changes the term "work" to "work or school" and makes similar adjustments to ensure that the language encompasses all individuals in the school environment, including students.

The bill also addresses the handling of preferred pronouns and biological sex in relation to teachers, employees, and students. It clarifies that civil liability applies to all three groups and specifies that actions regarding preferred pronouns must consider the biological sex of the individual involved. The amendments aim to create a more inclusive environment in public schools while ensuring that the rights of all parties are recognized and protected under the law. The act is set to take effect upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of public welfare.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 49-6-5102(a)(1), 49-6-5102, 49-6-5102(a)(2), 49-6-5102(a)(3), 49-6-5102(a)(4), 49-6-5102(b), 49-6-5102(b)(1), 49-6-5102(b)(2), 49-6-5102(b)(3), 49-6-5102(c)