Can I collect third-party data from participants in Tennessee? What are the requirements?

Based on the documents provided, there are no specific provisions in Tennessee that prohibit or allow the collection of third-party data. However, if the third-party data is considered a public record, it may be subject to the Tennessee Public Records Act (TPRA) guidelines ^{[2.1][2.2][3.1][5.1]}.

To request access to public records, the request must be made to the Public Records Request Coordinator (PRRC) ^{[2.2][3.1][5.1]}. The request must be sufficiently detailed to enable the custodian of the records to identify the specific records requested for inspection or copies ^[3.1][5.1]. Proof of Tennessee citizenship may be required as a condition to inspect or receive copies of public records ^{[2.2][3.1][5.1]}.

It is important to note that certain individual student biometric data, student data relative to analysis of facial expressions, EEG brain wave patterns, skin conductance, galvanic skin response, heart-rate variability, pulse, blood volume, posture, and eye-tracking require written consent from parents or students before collection ^[1.2].

In summary, there are no specific provisions in Tennessee that prohibit or allow the collection of third-party data. However, if the third-party data is considered a public record, it may be subject to TPRA guidelines. To request access to public records, the request must be made to the PRRC, and proof of Tennessee citizenship may be required as a condition to inspect or receive copies of public records. Certain individual student biometric data require written consent from parents or students before collection.

Source(s):

• [1.2] Written consent required prior to collection of certain individual student biometric data.
• [2.1] MAKING PUBLIC RECORDS REQUESTS
• [2.2] PUBLIC RECORDS REQUESTS GENERALLY
• [3.1] REQUESTING ACCESS TO PUBLIC RECORDS
• [5.1] REQUESTING ACCESS TO PUBLIC RECORDS

Jurisdiction

Tennessee

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