The Tennessee Highway Patrol has announced that it will soon be accepting applications for its second lateral trooper class. THP officials say preferred applicants have graduated from a law enforcement training facility certified by the state Peace Officer Standards Training Commission. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to pass a physical agility test. They must also undergo a background check, polygraph and not have committed a felony. Officials say trooper cadets will be assigned to vacant positions across the state. Men and women interested in becoming a state trooper can apply online from March 8 to March 21.