HB 1909·TN·house
Medical Occupations - As enacted, changes references to marital and family therapists to marriage and family therapists throughout the code, and makes other changes relative to marriage and family therapists. - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 29; Title 8, Chapter 50; Title 33; Title 36; Title 52; Title 56; Title 63 and Title 68.
Signed into LawFiled Jan 22, 2026
Sponsor: Hicks G
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Comp. became Pub. Ch. 737
May 5, 2026
Summary
The bill changes the terminology throughout Tennessee law, replacing "marital and family" with "marriage and family" to standardize the profession's name. It also updates licensing provisions, including endorsement pathways, supervisor qualifications, and continuing‑education requirements. The changes take effect on July 1, 2026.
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