Senate Bill 2369, also known as House Bill 2588, amends Tennessee Code Annotated to allow local education agencies (LEAs) and public charter schools to offer a hunter education course to students in grades five through twelve (5-12). This course can be integrated into existing physical education, health, or safety instruction programs. Importantly, any hunter education course provided under this new provision must receive approval from the wildlife resources agency in accordance with existing regulations.
The bill aims to enhance outdoor education and safety among students by formalizing the inclusion of hunter education in school curricula. It is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in its implementation.