HB2598

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.

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Tennessee HB2598 mandates a study on independent practice for certified nurse midwives in neighboring states.

Tennessee HB2598 requires the commissioner of health to study neighboring states' levels of independent practice for certified nurse midwives. The commissioner must compile findings and recommendations in a report, to be submitted by December 31, 2026, to the chief clerk of the senate, the chief clerk of the house of representatives, and the legislative librarian. The report can be transmitted electronically. The act takes effect upon becoming law.

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Sponsors

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2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

21 Yea

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0 Nay

History

May 4

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 728

Mar 26

House

Comp. SB subst.

Mar 24

House

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