HB 688: Health, Dept. of - As introduced, authorizes the commissioner to develop and maintain an essential buffer stock of necessary medicines and healthcare supplies to be distributed during a natural or man-made disaster, mass casualty event, or public health emergency. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 53; Title 58; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71.

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HB 688 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on February 3, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Health, Dept. of - As introduced, authorizes the commissioner to develop and maintain an essential buffer stock of necessary medicines and healthcare supplies to be distributed during a natural or man-made disaster, mass casualty event, or public health emergency. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 53; Title 58; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71. Primary sponsor: Karen Camper (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 4, 2026): Taken off notice for cal in s/c Health Subcommittee of Health Committee.

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