House Bill 1524 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Section 49-6-4204, to enhance security measures on school property regarding searches triggered by weapons detection systems. The bill introduces a new provision that allows a trained school employee, designated by the principal, to search containers, packages, or other enclosures that trigger an alert from a weapons detection system. However, it explicitly states that this does not permit searches of items that are part of a student's or visitor's clothing.

Additionally, the bill modifies Section 49-6-4212 by updating the training requirements for school administrators or employees designated to conduct searches under the new provision. The previous subdivision is deleted and replaced with a requirement that these individuals must complete specific orientation and training developed by the department before conducting any searches related to the weapons detection system alerts. This legislation aims to improve safety protocols in schools while ensuring that searches are conducted by trained personnel.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 49-6-4204(a), 49-6-4204, 49-6-4212(a)(3), 49-6-4212