49-1-307 - Review of policies concerning employees or contractors recommending psychotropic drugs. - Tennessee Statutes

49-1-307. Review of policies concerning employees or contractors recommending psychotropic drugs.

The state board of education shall review the policies of LEAs concerning employees or persons under contract with the LEA recommending the use of psychotropic drugs to treat children enrolled in elementary or secondary schools. “Psychotropic drugs” means prescription medications for behavioral or social-emotional concerns, such as attention deficit, impulsivity, anxiety, depression and thought disorders. “Psychotropic drugs” include such medications as ritalin, adderall, dexadrine and other stimulant medication, and antidepressants. The state board shall report to the select oversight committee on education concerning its findings and recommendations.

[Acts 2009, ch. 309, § 1.]