Senate Bill 374 mandates the Department of Children's Services to conduct a study on the necessity of constructing a new juvenile detention facility in the western grand division of Tennessee. This facility is intended to address the detention and treatment needs of juveniles in that region. The department is required to present its findings and recommendations to the judiciary committee of the Senate and the relevant committee in the House of Representatives by January 1, 2026.

The bill emphasizes the importance of assessing the current juvenile detention infrastructure and ensuring that it meets the needs of the youth in the western grand division. It aims to enhance the state's ability to provide appropriate care and rehabilitation for juveniles, thereby contributing to their overall welfare and the safety of the community. The act will take effect upon becoming law, reflecting the urgency of the issue at hand.