Plain English Breakdown
The bill summary does not provide details on the exact impact or number of people it might affect.
Medical License Appeals
This bill extends the time limit for filing an appeal in Davidson County chancery court from 30 business days to 60 business days after receiving a notice of denial or refusal of medical license, certificate, or registration due to a prior criminal conviction.
What This Bill Does
- Extends the period for filing a petition in Davidson County chancery court from 30 business days to 60 business days following receipt of a notice from a health-related licensing authority denying an application or refusing renewal based on a prior criminal conviction.
Who It Names or Affects
- Healthcare workers in Tennessee who have been denied licenses, certificates, or registrations due to past crimes.
- The health-related licensing authorities that deny applications or refuse renewals based on criminal history.
Terms To Know
- Chancery Court
- A type of court in Tennessee that handles cases involving fairness and equity, like appeals from licensing decisions.
- Business Days
- Days when businesses are open, excluding weekends and holidays.
Limits and Unknowns
- The bill does not specify the consequences if someone misses the new deadline of 60 business days.
- It is unclear how many healthcare providers will be affected by this change.