SB1936

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 52; Title 56 and Title 71, relative to prescribed pediatric extended care centers.

Introduced·1/21/26

Tennessee SB1936 amends laws to regulate prescribed pediatric extended care centers, including licensing, inspections, and fines for non-compliance.

Tennessee SB1936 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 52; Title 56 and Title 71 to regulate prescribed pediatric extended care centers. The bill mandates that these centers must be licensed, with separate licenses required for each center. It outlines the application process for initial and renewal licenses, including fees and timelines. The Tennessee Department of Health is tasked with establishing minimum standards for these centers, including building conditions, staffing, and transportation services.

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Where it stands

Current
Commerce and Labor Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 7

1:00 PM

Senate Commerce And Labor Hearing

Mar 10

3:00 PM

Senate Commerce And Labor Hearing

History

Apr 7

Senate

Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Commerce and Labor Committee

Apr 1

Senate

Placed on Senate Commerce and Labor Committee calendar for 4/7/2026

Mar 10

Senate

Action deferred in Senate Commerce & Labor Committee to 3/17/2026