Professions and Occupations - As introduced, enacts the "Tennessee Professionals' Freedom of Religion Act." - Amends TCA Title 4.

HB 470, the "Tennessee Professionals' Freedom of Religion Act," prohibits government licensing entities from denying, revoking, or taking adverse action against professional licenses (such as for doctors, realtors, or other licensed professions) due to sincerely held religious beliefs or moral convictions. It specifically protects licensed professionals from being penalized for refusing to affirm statements conflicting with their beliefs, expressing religious views in their professional work (as long as service standards are met), or providing faith-based services that meet professional standards. The bill also bans real estate brokers' organizations from denying MLS access or membership based on religious beliefs, while excluding law licenses (as the Supreme Court would need to apply it to that field). This law directly affects licensed professionals in Tennessee who face potential conflicts between their religious practices and licensing requirements.