TN SB2667This bill requires the Tennessee Department of Health to explore the possibility of allowing medical school graduates who haven't completed residency to provide medical services. These graduates would work under the supervision of a licensed physician. A report on this feasibility must be submitted by January 1, 2027.
TN SB2667 is a senate bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Raumesh Akbari (D), currently “Introduced” since February 2, 2026.
We track 9,160 Tennessee bills this session, 237 of them sponsored by Raumesh Akbari.
Supporters of this bill argue that it could help address physician shortages in Tennessee by allowing qualified medical graduates to begin practicing sooner. They believe this initiative could improve access to healthcare, particularly in underserved areas, while ensuring patient safety through supervision.
Critics of the bill may express concerns about patient safety, arguing that allowing graduates without residency training to practice could compromise the quality of care. They might also worry that this approach undermines the importance of comprehensive medical training and could lead to a decrease in the standards of medical practice.
The analysis of SB2667 reveals no direct conflicts of interest between Senator Raumesh Akbari's personal financial interests and the bill's subject matter concerning health care. Akbari's primary occupation as an attorney and her involvement with various organizations do not intersect with the specific provisions of the bill, which focuses on creating a graduate physician licensure program. The bill aims to facilitate medical services by individuals who have not completed a residency, which does not directly impact Akbari's legal practice or her other business interests. Furthermore, her roles as a board member and in public policy do not imply a financial stake in the medical licensing framework proposed by the legislation.
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| Type | Description | Industry | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupation | Attorney | Lawyers/Law Firms | AI-researched |
| Employer | Self-employed at Akbari Law | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Board Member | Board member of the National Black Caucus of State Legislators | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | AKBARI CORPORATION | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | DELIVER THE AMERICAN DREAM | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Occupation | Law, HAIR, COSMETOLOGY, BEAUTY, PUBLIC POLICY | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | Leadership PAC: AKBARI PAC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
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About This Analysis
This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Tennessee General Assembly. Conflict analysis examines the sponsor's personal financial interests for potential overlaps with the bill's subject matter.
What does TN SB2667 do?
This bill requires the Tennessee Department of Health to explore the possibility of allowing medical school graduates who haven't completed residency to provide medical services. These graduates would work under the supervision of a licensed physician. A report on this feasibility must be submitted by January 1, 2027.
What is the status of TN SB2667?
TN SB2667 is currently “Introduced” in the Tennessee legislature.
Who sponsored TN SB2667?
Raumesh Akbari (D) sponsored TN SB2667.
