House Bill 1895, also known as Senate Bill 2087, amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, by introducing a new section that mandates parental notification in the event of a classroom evacuation. A "classroom evacuation" is defined as the removal of students from a classroom due to violent or disruptive behavior that poses a safety concern. The bill requires that the principal or their designee notify the parents or legal guardians of affected students by the end of the school day, providing details about the incident while ensuring compliance with privacy laws, such as the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
Additionally, the bill stipulates that schools must maintain a record for each classroom evacuation, documenting the date and time, the number of students evacuated, the notification process, and the staff member responsible for notifications. Furthermore, local boards of education or public charter school governing boards are required to adopt policies to implement these provisions. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.