SB2048Introduced in the Senate
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 24; Title 29, Chapter 26 and Title 50, Chapter 6, relative to opinions as to medical findings.
Introduced by Todd Gardenhire, District 10
What does this bill do?
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Official description
As introduced, states that in certain civil actions a licensed nurse practitioner or licensed physician assistant who is properly qualified as an expert witness may testify as to certain medical findings. - Amends TCA Title 24; Title 29, Chapter 26 and Title 50, Chapter 6.
Where it stands
Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Judiciary Committee
March 16, 2026
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Bill history
Filed for introduction
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee
Placed on Senate Judiciary Committee calendar for 3/9/2026
Action deferred in Senate Judiciary Committee to 3/17/2026
Placed on Senate Judiciary Committee calendar for 3/16/2026
Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Judiciary Committee
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