SB0551In Committee

Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 29; Title 63 and Title 68.

Tennessee SB0551 amends existing law to allow, rather than require, the governor to consult with medical groups when making appointments to the board of medical examiners. This change affects the appointment process for board members, potentially influencing the composition and expertise of the board. Key provisions include the shift from a mandatory consultation to a discretionary one, providing the governor with more flexibility in the appointment process.

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Overview

Tennessee SB0551 amends existing law to allow, rather than require, the governor to consult with medical groups when making appointments to the board of medical examiners. This change affects the appointment process for board members, potentially influencing the composition and expertise of the board. Key provisions include the shift from a mandatory consultation to a discretionary one, providing the governor with more flexibility in the appointment process.

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Sponsor

Reeves, Shane

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

January 30, 2025

Last Action

March 26, 2025

Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Health and Welfare Committee

Subjects
Physicians and SurgeonsHealth, Dept. ofBoards and Commissions

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