SB2069Enacted

Tennessee K-9 Emergency Medical Care and Transport Act

Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 2; Title 44, Chapter 17; Title 63, Chapter 12 and Title 68, Chapter 140.

Tennessee SB2069, titled the "Tennessee K-9 Emergency Medical Care and Transport Act," authorizes emergency medical personnel to provide emergency care and transport for injured canine first responders, contingent upon specific training and oversight requirements. The bill affects emergency medical personnel and canine first responders by allowing them to receive necessary medical attention in emergency situations. Key provisions include the establishment of training requirements for personnel and the provision of legal immunity for those who provide care in good faith.

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Overview

Tennessee SB2069, titled the "Tennessee K-9 Emergency Medical Care and Transport Act," authorizes emergency medical personnel to provide emergency care and transport for injured canine first responders, contingent upon specific training and oversight requirements. The bill affects emergency medical personnel and canine first responders by allowing them to receive necessary medical attention in emergency situations. Key provisions include the establishment of training requirements for personnel and the provision of legal immunity for those who provide care in good faith.

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Sponsor

Watson, Bo

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

January 22, 2026

Last Action

April 28, 2026

Pub. Ch. 713

Subjects
Medical OccupationsTitles, ShortVeterinariansTort Liability and ReformMilitaryLaw Enforcement

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