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TN HB2130

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Tim Hicks

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Origin

House of Representatives

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Creates a new pathway for graduates of ABET ETAC accredited 4-year engineering technology programs to obtain professional engineer licensure in Tennessee

  • Requires applicants to submit written references from three licensed professional engineers currently registered and in good standing in Tennessee

  • Applicants must pass both the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam prepared by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying

  • Requires a minimum of 8 years of progressive engineering experience under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer before certification can be granted

  • Takes effect immediately upon becoming law for rulemaking purposes; all other provisions take effect July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4 and Title 62, Chapter 2, Part 4, relative to certificates of registration for engineers.

Professions and Occupations

Last Action

Placed on cal. Commerce Committee for 3/18/2026

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Commerce3/11/2026
Business and Utilities Subcommittee3/4/2026
Commerce2/5/2026

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