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TN SB2358
Bill
Status
Engrossed
2/23/2026
Primary Sponsor
Becky Massey
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AI Summary
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Expands the anatomical scope of practice for podiatrists from "structures extending no higher than the distal tibial metaphyseal flair" to "the lower leg distal to the tibial tuberosity"
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Effectively allows podiatrists to treat a larger portion of the lower leg, extending their authorized treatment area higher up the leg
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Amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 63-3-101(a) governing podiatry practice definitions
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Takes effect immediately upon becoming law under the public welfare provision
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 63, relative to podiatry.
Podiatrists
Last Action
Rcvd. from S., held on H. desk.
2/26/2026
Committee Referrals
Calendar2/18/2026
Health and Welfare2/5/2026
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