Senate advances certificate‑of‑need changes after heated floor debate over rural hospitals
The Senate passed bills altering the state's certificate‑of‑need regime and related hospital oversight after extended debate. Supporters said repeal will spur competition; opponents warned it could undermine safety‑net hospitals and access in rural and urban low‑income areas.
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The Tennessee Senate voted on a package of measures that include scheduled changes to the state's certificate‑of‑need (CON) requirements and related oversight, passing the principal bill after extended floor debate.
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