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TN HB2088
Bill
Status
3/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Dennis Powers
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AI Summary
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Nurses providing home health services to 4 or fewer patients are exempt from requirements to hire staff or maintain an office for home care organization licensure
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Nurses without an office must request space from the Department of Health for secure storage of patient records, which the department is required to provide
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"Nurse" is defined as a licensed registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, or certified nursing assistant operating under a licensed home care organization
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Department of Health is authorized to promulgate rules under the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act to implement these provisions
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Effective date: July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 63 and Title 68, relative to health care.
Health Care
Last Action
Failed in s/c Health Subcommittee of Health Committee
3/4/2026