TN HB1250

Local boards of education and public charter schools may employ or accept volunteer school chaplains to provide support, services, and programs for students, staff, and parents

School chaplains are not required to hold state board of education certification but must pass criminal history record checks and background investigations

School chaplains receive immunity from lawsuits for actions or statements made while performing their duties, except for malicious, willful conduct intended to harm, harass, or intimidate

"School chaplain" is defined as clergy credentialed by a religious organization to function in a pluralistic environment and support free exercise of religion for all individuals in schools

Takes effect immediately upon becoming law