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TN SB1710
Bill
Status
1/15/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jack Johnson
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AI Summary
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Requires all Tennessee public schools to include child trafficking prevention and awareness education as part of health education for grades K-12, beginning with the 2026-2027 school year
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Defines "child trafficking" as human trafficking offenses under § 39-13-314 involving victims under 18 years of age
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Mandates instruction be age- and grade-appropriate, advancing each year through developmentally appropriate skill building based on state board of education health standards
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Requires local boards of education and public charter schools to submit implementation plans to the commissioner of education by August 1, 2026, and publish plans on their websites
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Establishes annual reporting requirement beginning July 1, 2027, verifying instruction was provided and detailing delivery methods, instructor qualifications, and materials used
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to human trafficking.
Education, Curriculum
Last Action
Sponsor(s) Added.
3/16/2026