Bill > HB0768

This bill amends Tennessee's education code to extend existing internet and electronic device policies to public charter schools, ensuring they follow the same rules as traditional local education agencies (LEAs). Specifically, the bill requires public charter schools to adopt internet acceptable use policies and prohibits both LEAs and charter schools from tracking or monitoring a person's internet usage on school property, with one key exception: schools are allowed to monitor internet use during tests. The bill makes several technical changes to existing law, adding references to "public charter schools" throughout the relevant sections and clarifying that charter school directors have the same responsibilities as school district directors regarding these policies. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving schools time to update their policies and systems to comply with the new requirements. By explicitly including public charter schools in these regulations, the bill aims to create consistent standards for internet and electronic device use across different types of public schools in Tennessee.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0768&ga=114