Bill > HB1834

This bill, known as the "Tennessee Religious Freedom Act," amends Tennessee Code Annotated (TCA) Title 49, which relates to education, to allow local boards of education to begin their meetings with a prayer. This prayer must be led by a member of the board, and importantly, it cannot require any attendee to participate, nor can anyone be harassed or forced to join in the prayer. This provision aims to permit religious expression at the start of official board meetings while safeguarding the rights and freedoms of all individuals present.