House Bill 2146, also known as Senate Bill 2201, amends Tennessee Code Annotated to address truancy among students. The bill designates existing language in Section 49-6-3009(g) as subdivision (1) and introduces a new subdivision (2). This new provision states that if a student is referred to juvenile court for truancy and is adjudicated as unruly, the court may impose a disposition that includes the suspension of the student's driving privileges or the ability to obtain a driver's license for up to one year.

The bill aims to enhance accountability for truancy by linking it to driving privileges, thereby encouraging students to attend school regularly. The new law will take effect on July 1, 2026, ensuring that the public welfare is prioritized in the implementation of these changes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 49-6-3009(g), 49-6-3009