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This bill allows healthcare providers in Tennessee who have had an adverse action taken against their professional license due to substance use disorder or treatment issues to petition the relevant licensing board to remove that information from the public-facing licensure verification website after five years. Specifically, if a healthcare provider completes a required peer assistance or treatment program, they can request the removal of the adverse action record from the public website, though the original order will remain a part of the public record. The bill defines "adverse action" as a disciplinary action taken by a licensing board and authorizes the division of health related boards to create rules for implementing this petition process, which must follow the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act. The bill will take effect immediately for rule-making purposes and fully implement on July 1, 2025, with the stated goal of providing a pathway for healthcare professionals to rehabilitate their professional reputation after successfully completing mandated treatment programs.

Health and Social Services

https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB0619&ga=114