SB 911 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Psychologists - As introduced, creates prescribing authority for certain psychologists if certain conditions and prerequisites are met. - Amends TCA Title 39; Title 53; Title 63 and Title 68.

SB 911 would allow licensed doctoral-level psychologists in Tennessee to prescribe certain medications (like those for mental health conditions) after meeting specific requirements. It directly affects psychologists who complete a post-doctoral master's program in psychopharmacology (including 450 patient contact hours), pass a national exam, and complete a 1-year supervised fellowship treating 100+ patients. The bill creates two certification levels: an "initial certificate" requiring physician supervision and an "advanced certificate" for independent prescribing, both administered by the state psychology board. This bill is currently under review by the Senate Health and Welfare Committee and has not yet become law.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 10, 2025 Last action Mar 26, 2025
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Committee
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Mar 26, 2025
Committee
Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Health and Welfare Committee
lower
Mar 19, 2025
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate Health and Welfare Committee calendar for 3/26/2025
lower
Feb 12, 2025
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Health and Welfare Committee
upper
Feb 10, 2025
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Ferrell Haile
RRepublican
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