Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

Tennessee House Bill HB0185

Caption

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 33; Title 56; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to health care.

Impact

The potential impact of HB0185 is on the operational timelines associated with health care regulations in Tennessee. By increasing the notice period, the bill aims to enhance communication and ensure that all relevant parties have adequate time to prepare for changes or decisions that may affect their health care services. This could improve the overall administration of health care services, allowing for a more effective planning process and individualized care strategies.

Summary

House Bill 0185 is aimed at amending specific sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated relating to health care. The primary focus of the bill involves changing the timeframes associated with certain provisions within the health care regulations. Specifically, the bill proposes to extend the required notice period from ten days to fifteen days in sections relating to health care, as outlined in Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 68-11-1607. This adjustment is intended to provide better accommodations for stakeholders involved in health care decisions and actions.

Contention

While the text of the bill does not explicitly mention any points of contention, the amendment to increase notice requirements may provoke discussions among stakeholders. Proponents of the bill might argue that extended notice periods facilitate better compliance and preparation, while critics could contend that such changes may delay necessary actions in health care, potentially impacting patient care or administrative efficiency. As the bill progresses, it may be the subject of debates focusing on the balance between regulatory requirements and the efficient delivery of health care services.

Companion Bills

TN SB0096

Crossfiled AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 33; Title 56; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to health care.

Previously Filed As

TN SB0676

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 1; Title 4; Title 33; Title 56; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to health care.

TN HB0754

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 1; Title 4; Title 33; Title 56; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to health care.

TN HB2199

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 3; Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 33; Title 41; Title 47; Title 53; Title 56; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to healthcare.

TN SB2435

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 3; Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 33; Title 41; Title 47; Title 53; Title 56; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to healthcare.

TN HB0398

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 29; Title 33; Title 56; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to health.

TN SB0343

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 29; Title 33; Title 56; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to health.

TN SB0853

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 34; Title 42; Title 56; Title 63; Title 68; Title 71 and Chapter 985 of the Public Acts of 2024, relative to certificates of need.

TN HB0970

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 34; Title 42; Title 56; Title 63; Title 68; Title 71 and Chapter 985 of the Public Acts of 2024, relative to certificates of need.

TN SB2431

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 33; Title 63 and Title 68, relative to health facility regulation.

TN HB2110

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 33; Title 63 and Title 68, relative to health facility regulation.

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