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Senate advances bill to create state doula certification process; TennCare language to be removed
Summary
Committee approved Senate Bill 44 to direct the Department of Health to establish rules for verifying doula certification. An amendment delayed rule start to 2026; sponsor said she will remove optional TennCare coverage from the bill and let TennCare decide separately.
The Senate Health and Welfare Committee approved Senate Bill 44 on a vote that sent the measure to the finance committee on Tuesday. The bill, carried by Senator Lamar, would direct the Tennessee Department of Health to establish a rule and verification process for certifying doulas who complete qualifying training programs. The committee approved an amendment that delays rule promulgation until 2026.
“Doula services are associated with improved health outcomes,” Senator Lamar…
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