Senate Bill 2106 amends Tennessee Code Annotated regarding the discipline of educator licenses. It modifies Section 49-5-411 by requiring teachers to provide written notice of resignation to the director of schools at least thirty days in advance. Additionally, it updates Section 49-5-1003(b) by removing a subdivision and replacing it with a prohibition against engaging in conduct outlined in the newly added Section 49-5-1008.

The new Section 49-5-1008 explicitly prohibits educators from engaging in any sexually related behavior with students or former students, regardless of consent. This includes a range of behaviors such as making sexual jokes, inappropriate touching, and pressuring for sexual favors. The section defines "former student" and mandates that any violations be reported to the state board of education, which can lead to disciplinary action against the educator's license. The bill is set to take effect upon becoming law for rule promulgation, with full implementation starting July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 49-5-411, 49-5-1003(b), 49-5-1003