Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill

SB 2048: Evidence - As introduced, states that in certain civil actions a licensed nurse practitioner or licensed physician assistant who is properly qualified as an expert witness may testify as to certain medical findings. - Amends TCA Title 24; Title 29, Chapter 26 and Title 50, Chapter 6.

In committee Last action March 16, 2026: Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Judiciary Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 2048 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 22, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Evidence - As introduced, states that in certain civil actions a licensed nurse practitioner or licensed physician assistant who is properly qualified as an expert witness may testify as to certain medical findings. - Amends TCA Title 24; Title 29, Chapter 26 and Title 50, Chapter 6. Primary sponsor: Todd Gardenhire (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 16, 2026): Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Todd Gardenhire (Republican).