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HB 1905

Nurses, Nursing - As introduced, enacts the "Tennessee Nursing Education Integrity and Oversight Act." - Amends TCA Title 49 and Title 63.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Bryan Terry

Tennessee bill establishes new nursing education oversight standards and integrity requirements affecting Title 49 and Title 63 regulations.

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 848
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Bill Summary · HB 1905

Legislative bill overview

HB 1905, the "Tennessee Nursing Education Integrity and Oversight Act," amends Tennessee's education and nursing regulatory codes (Title 49 and Title 63) to establish new standards for nursing education programs. The bill is currently in committee review with recommended amendments pending from the Health Subcommittee.

Why is this important

Nursing education quality directly affects patient safety, workforce competency, and healthcare system reliability. Changes to oversight requirements could impact program accreditation, curriculum standards, licensing pathways, and the availability of qualified nurses in Tennessee's healthcare workforce.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of regulatory changes – Unclear what specific new oversight mechanisms or requirements the bill imposes on nursing schools, which could affect institutional autonomy and operational costs
  • Implementation burden – New compliance requirements may create financial or administrative strain on educational institutions, particularly smaller or rural programs
  • Stakeholder alignment – Nursing education programs, healthcare employers, licensing boards, and professional associations may have differing priorities regarding educational standards and oversight intensity

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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