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TN SB0182

TN SB0182
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 62; Title 63 and Title 68, relative to professions.


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Introduced
01/15/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

114th General Assembly

Bill Summary

As introduced, requires the department to submit a report to certain legislative committees concerning the practice of anesthesiology. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 62; Title 63 and Title 68.

AI Summary

This bill requires the Tennessee Department of Health to submit a comprehensive report about anesthesiology in the state by January 1, 2026, to the chairs of the House of Representatives' health committee and the Senate's health and welfare committee. The report must provide detailed data including the current number of practicing anesthesiologists in Tennessee, the number of individuals currently enrolled in anesthesiology residency programs, the number of graduates from anesthesiology educational programs, and recommendations for strategies to increase the number of anesthesiologists in the state. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, and is intended to help state policymakers better understand and address potential workforce challenges in the specialized medical field of anesthesiology. By mandating this report, the legislation aims to gather critical information that could inform future policies or initiatives to support and expand the anesthesiology profession in Tennessee.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Sponsor(s) Added. (on 02/03/2025)

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