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TN SB2286

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

London Lamar

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Origin

Senate

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires the commissioner of health to conduct a study of neighboring states examining the level of independent practice granted to certified nurse midwives
  • Study must be completed using existing department resources with no additional funding allocated
  • Commissioner must compile findings and recommendations into a report transmitted to the legislature by December 31, 2026
  • Report recipients include the chief clerks of both the Senate and House of Representatives, plus the legislative librarian
  • Takes effect immediately upon becoming law

Legislative Description

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 29; Title 56, Chapter 32, Part 1; Title 56, Chapter 7, Part 24; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71, Chapter 5, relative to midwifery.

Nurses, Nursing

Last Action

Recommended for passage with amendment/s, refer to Senate Calendar Committee Ayes 9, Nays 0 PNV 0

3/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Calendar3/3/2026
Commerce and Labor2/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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