SB 2286·TN·senate
Nurses, Nursing - As enacted, requires the commissioner of health to use existing resources to conduct a study of neighboring states to examine the varying levels of practice independence that may or may not be granted to certified nurse midwives in such states; requires the commissioner to compile the findings of the study and any recommendations in a report and transmit the report to the general assembly no later than December 31, 2026. - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 29; Title 56, Chapter 32...
Signed into LawFiled Feb 2, 2026
Sponsor: Lamar
Latest Action
Pub. Ch. 728
May 4, 2026
Summary
The bill directs Tennessee’s commissioner of health to use existing resources to examine how nearby states allow certified nurse midwives to practice independently. The commissioner must compile the study’s results and any recommendations into a report and send it to the legislature by Dec. 31, 2026. The measure aims to inform future policy on midwifery practice in Tennessee.
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