SB0911In Committee

Amends TCA Title 39; Title 53; Title 63 and Title 68.

Tennessee SB0911 amends various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated to establish a framework for certifying doctoral-level psychologists to exercise prescriptive authority. The bill affects licensed psychologists in Tennessee by requiring them to meet specific educational and training criteria, including completion of a post-doctoral master's degree in clinical psychopharmacology and passing a prescribing examination. Key provisions include the establishment of rules for certification, renewal requirements, and limitations on the types of medications that can be prescribed.

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Overview

Tennessee SB0911 amends various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated to establish a framework for certifying doctoral-level psychologists to exercise prescriptive authority. The bill affects licensed psychologists in Tennessee by requiring them to meet specific educational and training criteria, including completion of a post-doctoral master's degree in clinical psychopharmacology and passing a prescribing examination. Key provisions include the establishment of rules for certification, renewal requirements, and limitations on the types of medications that can be prescribed.

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Sponsor

Haile, Ferrell

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

February 5, 2025

Last Action

March 26, 2025

Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Health and Welfare Committee

Subjects
PsychologistsHealth CareDrugs, Prescription

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