Senate Bill 2187, also known as House Bill 2391, amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 49-6-1021, focusing on student discipline related to physical activity. The bill modifies the existing law by deleting the previous subdivision (b)(2) and replacing it with new requirements for physical activity. Under the new provisions, physical activity must include unstructured outdoor play unless weather conditions are unfavorable. Additionally, it specifies that time spent using electronic devices or in physical education classes does not count towards this physical activity requirement.

The bill also introduces a new subdivision (b)(3), which allows for disciplinary actions against students who violate school conduct policies or engage in disruptive behavior during physical activities. Teachers and administrators are granted the authority to remove students from physical activities or deny them participation as a form of discipline. They may also assign alternative lessons or activities to help improve the student's behavior. This act will take effect upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a conducive environment for all students during physical activities.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 49-6-1021(b)(2), 49-6-1021