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2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 11 - PSYCHOLOGISTS (§§ 63-11-101 — 63-11-613) › Part 6 - MUSIC THERAPY (§§ 63-11-601 — 63-11-613) › Section 63-11-606 - [Effective 1/1/2025]

(a)
The advisory committee may, at its discretion, grant a certificate to any person residing or employed in this state who is certified by a similar entity in another state whose standards, as determined by the advisory committee, are not less stringent than the standards required by this part.
(b)
The advisory committee may enter into a reciprocal agreement with another state or jurisdiction that certifies persons engaged in the practice of professional music therapy, if the advisory committee determines that the other state has substantially similar or more stringent certification requirements than this state.
Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1010,s 2, eff. 1/1/2025.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 11 - PSYCHOLOGISTS (§§ 63-11-101 — 63-11-613) › Part 6 - MUSIC THERAPY (§§ 63-11-601 — 63-11-613) › Section 63-11-607 - [Effective 1/1/2025]

(a)
A professional music therapist certification issued under this part is valid for twenty-four (24) months from the date of issuance.
(b)
A certified professional music therapist requesting renewal of a certificate must provide the following to the advisory committee in advance of the expiration date of the certificate:
(1)
A completed application on a form provided by the advisory committee and payment of the fee set by the advisory committee; and
(2)
A certified or sworn statement to the advisory committee that the certified professional music therapist:
(A)
Has completed at least forty (40) hours of continuing education prior to the expiration date of the certificate;
(B)
Has not had a professional credential revoked, suspended, or restricted by the certification board for music therapists, and does not have a complaint, allegation, or investigation pending in this state or in any regulatory jurisdiction for unethical or unprofessional conduct; and
(C)
Has proof of maintenance of the certified professional music therapist's status as a board-certified music therapist.
(c)
If a certified professional music therapist fails to submit an application for certificate renewal, to pay any fee required by the advisory committee, or to submit a certified or sworn statement as set forth in subdivision (b)(2) prior to the expiration date of the certificate, then the certificate is automatically revoked by the advisory committee without further notice or hearing, unless renewal is completed and all fees are paid prior to the expiration of sixty (60) days from the date of the expiration of the certificate.
(d)
A person whose certificate is automatically revoked under this section may apply in writing to the advisory committee for reinstatement of the certificate. Upon the showing of good cause by the person and submitting documentation that all continuing education requirements have been satisfied, the advisory committee may reinstate the certificate upon the payment of all fees set by the advisory committee.
(e)
Applicants and certified professional music therapists must notify the advisory committee of the following within thirty (30) days of their occurrence:
(1)
A change of name, address, or other vital information;
(2)
The filing of any criminal charge or civil action against the applicant or certified professional music therapist;
(3)
The initiation of any disciplinary charges, investigations, findings, or sanctions by a healthcare organization, federal or state agency, or other professional association against the applicant or certified professional music therapist; and
(4)
Any other change in information provided by the applicant or certified professional music therapist to the committee.
Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1010,s 2, eff. 1/1/2025.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 11 - PSYCHOLOGISTS (§§ 63-11-101 — 63-11-613) › Part 6 - MUSIC THERAPY (§§ 63-11-601 — 63-11-613) › Section 63-11-608 - [Effective 1/1/2025]

(a)
A person shall not use the title "certified professional music therapist," or "certified music therapist," or use any abbreviation to indicate that the person is certified as a professional music therapist in this state unless the person holds a certificate issued by the advisory committee under this part.
(b)
Subsection (a) does not prohibit:
(1)
A person who is licensed, certified, or regulated under the laws of this state in another profession or occupation, including physicians, psychologists, psychoanalysts, registered nurses, marriage and family therapists, social workers, occupational therapists, professional or rehabilitation counselors, speech-language pathologists or audiologists, or personnel supervised by a licensed professional from performing work, including the use of music, that is incidental to the practice of the person's licensed, certified, or regulated profession or occupation, if the person does not represent their self as a music therapist;
(2)
A person whose training and national certification attests to the person's preparation and ability to practice their certified profession or occupation, if the person does not represent their self as a music therapist;
(3)
A practice of music therapy as an integral part of a program of study for students enrolled in an accredited music therapy program, if the student does not represent their self as a music therapist;
(4)
A person who practices music therapy under the supervision of a certified professional music therapist, if the person does not represent their self as a music therapist; or
(5)
The use of music intervention in a non-clinical, non-therapeutic manner by persons who do not represent themselves as music therapists or through a program that is not represented to be a music therapy program, including the Tennessee person-centered music program administered by the Tennessee commission on aging and disability, created by § 71-2-104.
Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1010,s 2, eff. 1/1/2025.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 11 - PSYCHOLOGISTS (§§ 63-11-101 — 63-11-613) › Part 6 - MUSIC THERAPY (§§ 63-11-601 — 63-11-613) › Section 63-11-609 - [Effective 1/1/2025]

(a)
A certified professional music therapist may practice independently for and with organizations that include, but are not limited to, addiction and rehabilitation centers, music studios and centers, behavioral health hospitals and outpatient settings, cancer treatment centers, community centers, community services boards, correctional facilities, disability services, eating disorder clinics, government agencies, medical hospitals and outpatient settings, military bases and veterans and family services, museums, nonprofits, nursing homes, physical rehabilitation, residential treatment centers, schools, senior living facilities, state programs, and wellness centers.
(b)
(1)
(A)
Before a certified professional music therapist provides music therapy services to a client for an identified clinical or developmental need, the certified professional music therapist shall review the client's diagnosis, treatment needs, and treatment plan with the healthcare providers involved in the client's care.
(B)
During the provision of music therapy services to a client, the certified professional music therapist shall collaborate, as applicable, with the client's treatment team, including the client's physician, psychologist, licensed clinical social worker, or other mental health professional. During the provision of music therapy services to a client with a communication disorder, the certified professional music therapist shall collaborate and discuss the music therapy treatment plan with the client's audiologist or speech-language pathologist so that a music therapist may work with the client and address communication skills.
(2)
Before a certified professional music therapist provides music therapy services to a student for an identified educational need in a special education setting, the certified professional music therapist shall review the student's diagnosis, treatment needs, and treatment plan with the individualized family service plan or individualized education program team.
(3)
When providing educational or healthcare services, a certified professional music therapist shall not replace the services provided by an audiologist or a speechlanguage pathologist. Unless authorized to practice speech-language pathology, music therapists shall not evaluate, examine, or provide instruction or counsel on speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders and conditions. A person certified as a professional music therapist shall not represent to the public that the person is authorized to treat a communication disorder. This subdivision (b)(3) does not prohibit a person certified as a professional music therapist from representing to the public that the person is qualified to work with clients with communication disorders and to address communication skills.
Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1010,s 2, eff. 1/1/2025.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 11 - PSYCHOLOGISTS (§§ 63-11-101 — 63-11-613) › Part 6 - MUSIC THERAPY (§§ 63-11-601 — 63-11-613) › Section 63-11-610 - [Effective 1/1/2025]

In addition to any other authority granted under this part, certified professional music therapists may:
(1)
Accept referrals for music therapy services from medical, developmental, mental health, or education professionals; family members; clients; caregivers; or others involved with and authorized to provide client services;
(2)
Conduct a music therapy assessment of a client to determine if treatment is indicated. If treatment is indicated, then the certified professional music therapist may collect systematic, comprehensive, and accurate information to determine the appropriateness and type of music therapy services to provide for the client;
(3)
Develop an individualized music therapy treatment plan for the client that is based upon the results of the music therapy assessment. The music therapy treatment plan should include individualized goals and objectives that focus on the assessed needs and strengths of the client and specify the music therapy approaches and interventions to be used to address these goals and objectives;
(4)
Implement an individualized music therapy treatment plan that is consistent with any other developmental, rehabilitative, habilitative, medical, mental health, preventive, wellness care, or educational services being provided to the client;
(5)
Evaluate a client's response to music therapy and the music therapy treatment plan, documenting change and progress, and suggesting modifications, as appropriate;
(6)
Develop a plan for determining when the provision of music therapy services is no longer needed in collaboration with the client, physician, or other provider of health care or education of the client, family members of the client, and any other appropriate person upon whom the client relies for support;
(7)
Minimize barriers to ensure that the client receives music therapy services in the least restrictive environment;
(8)
Collaborate with and educate the client and the family, caregiver of the client, or any other appropriate person regarding the needs of the client that are being addressed in music therapy and the manner in which the music therapy treatment addresses those needs; and
(9)
Utilize their appropriate knowledge and skills to practice, which include the use of research, reasoning, and problem-solving skills in determining appropriate actions in the context of each clinical setting.
Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1010,s 2, eff. 1/1/2025.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 11 - PSYCHOLOGISTS (§§ 63-11-101 — 63-11-613) › Part 6 - MUSIC THERAPY (§§ 63-11-601 — 63-11-613) › Section 63-11-611 - [Effective 1/1/2025]

This part does not permit a certified professional music therapist to engage in a psychological practice as described in part 2 of this chapter.
Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1010,s 2, eff. 1/1/2025.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 11 - PSYCHOLOGISTS (§§ 63-11-101 — 63-11-613) › Part 6 - MUSIC THERAPY (§§ 63-11-601 — 63-11-613) › Section 63-11-612 - [Effective 1/1/2025]

(a)
The advisory committee may deny a person's application for a certificate, restrict, suspend, or revoke an existing certificate, or take other action that the advisory committee deems proper.
(b)
The grounds upon which the advisory committee may exercise the powers enumerated in subsection (a) include, but are not limited to:
(1)
Obtaining or attempting to obtain a certificate by making a false or misleading statement, failing to make a required statement, or engaging in fraud or deceit in any communication to the advisory committee;
(2)
Violation or attempted violation, directly or indirectly, or assisting in or abetting the violation of, or conspiring to violate, a criminal statute of this state, a provision of this part, a rule promulgated by the advisory committee, or a lawful order of the advisory committee issued pursuant to rules;
(3)
Gross or repeated negligence, incompetence, misconduct, or malpractice in professional work, including, but not limited to:
(A)
A physical or mental condition that currently impairs a certified professional music therapist's competent professional performance or that poses a substantial risk to the recipient of music therapy services;
(B)
Professional conduct that constitutes an extreme and unjustified deviation from the customary standard of practice accepted in the professional practice of music therapy;
(C)
Abandonment of a service recipient resulting in the termination of imminently needed care without adequate notice or provision for transition;
(D)
Professional recordkeeping or data collection that constitutes an extreme and unjustified deviation from the customary standard of practice for the field, or deceptively altering a service recipient's records or data; and
(E)
Unauthorized disclosure of confidential client information, including, but not limited to, client records, music work, and artistic expressions; and
(4)
Any other action deemed to be grounds for disciplinary action under rules promulgated by the advisory committee.
(c)
All proceedings for disciplinary action against a certified professional music therapist under this part must be conducted in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5.
Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1010,s 2, eff. 1/1/2025.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 11 - PSYCHOLOGISTS (§§ 63-11-101 — 63-11-613) › Part 6 - MUSIC THERAPY (§§ 63-11-601 — 63-11-613) › Section 63-11-613 - [Effective 1/1/2025]

To effectuate this part, the advisory committee is authorized to promulgate emergency rules pursuant to § 4-5-208(a)(5).
Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1010,s 2, eff. 1/1/2025.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-NEW - [Newly enacted section not yet numbered]

(a)
Notwithstanding §
63-12-124
or another provision of law to the contrary, a licensed veterinarian, while acting in a professional capacity and in a current veterinarian-client-patient relationship, having reasonable cause to believe that an animal has been subjected to animal cruelty in violation of §
39-14-202
, §
39-14-214
, or §
39-14-217
, may make or cause to be made a report of such violation to the commissioner of agriculture or the commissioner's designee, an animal control officer, a law enforcement agency, or a district attorney and may appear and testify in a judicial or administrative proceeding concerning the care of the animal.
(b)
A licensed veterinarian or person participating in the making of a report pursuant to subsection (a) is not in breach of veterinarian-client-patient confidentiality by making the report or participating in a judicial or administrative proceeding pursuant to subsection (a) and is immune from any civil or criminal liability or disciplinary action by the board, as long as such participation pursuant to subsection (a) is made in good faith.
Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 584,s 1, eff. 3/15/2024.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-101 - Short title

This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the "Tennessee Veterinary Practice Act."
Amended by 2016 Tenn. Acts, ch. 819, s 2, eff. 7/1/2016.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 1; T.C.A., § 63-1201.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-102 - Purpose of chapter

It is hereby declared that the practice of veterinary medicine is a privilege that is granted by legislative authority in the interest of the public health, safety and welfare. To protect the public from being misled by incompetent, unscrupulous and unauthorized practitioners and from unprofessional or illegal practices by persons licensed to practice veterinary medicine, this chapter is enacted in the interest of the health, safety and welfare of the animal population and the citizens of Tennessee.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 2; T.C.A., § 63-1202; Acts 1983, ch. 57, § 1.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-105 - Meetings of board - Officers - Rules and regulations - Quorum - Seal

(a)
The board shall meet annually at such time and place as may be agreed upon by a majority of the members, at which meeting it shall elect from its membership a president, vice president, and secretary. The board is authorized to create other officers and to adopt such rules and regulations as may be proper for the efficient operation of the board.
(b)
Four (4) members of the board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of all business.
(c)
The board shall meet at such other times and places to conduct business upon call of the president.
(d)
The board shall adopt a seal that shall be affixed to all licenses issued by the board and to other papers requiring the same.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 5; T.C.A., § 63-1205; Acts 1983, ch. 57, § 3; 1998, ch. 649, § 3.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-106 - Powers of board

The board is authorized to:
(1)
Adopt reasonable rules governing the practice of veterinary medicine as are necessary to enable it to carry out and make effective the purpose and intent of this chapter. Such rules shall be adopted pursuant to the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5;
(2)
Adopt rules of professional conduct appropriate to establish and maintain a high standard of integrity, skills and practice in the profession of veterinary medicine. In prescribing such rules of professional conduct, the board may be guided by the principles of veterinary medical ethics adopted by the American Veterinary Medical Association and the Tennessee Veterinary Medical Association;
(3)
Have its rules printed and distributed to all licensed doctors of veterinary medicine;
(4)
Bring proceedings in courts for the enforcement of this chapter or any rules made pursuant thereto;
(5)
Hold at least one (1) regular meeting each year at such time and place as fixed by the board. Other meetings may be held upon the call of the president and secretary. The regular meetings will be for the purpose of conducting examinations of applications for license to practice veterinary medicine, the election of officers and to consider any other business that may properly come before the board;
(6)
Pass upon the qualifications of applicants for a license to practice veterinary medicine in this state;
(7)
Prescribe the subjects, character, manner, time and place of holding examinations and the filing of applications for examinations and to conduct the examinations;
(8)
Issue temporary permits or licenses, which shall be signed by the secretary, to duly qualified applicants;
(9)
Provide for, regulate and require all persons licensed in accordance with this chapter to renew their license annually, require as a condition precedent to such annual renewal the payment of the annual renewal fee as provided in §
63-12-121
, issue annual renewal licenses to such persons and suspend or revoke the license of such persons who fail, refuse or neglect to renew same or pay such fees;
(10)
Conduct investigations and hearings upon complaints calling for discipline of a licensee or applicant for license or certificate or permit holder or applicant for a certificate or a permit;
(11)
Take testimony on any matter under its jurisdiction, and any member thereof may administer oaths;
(12)
Issue summonses and subpoenas, including subpoenas duces tecum, which shall be signed by either the president or the secretary-treasurer of the board, for any witness in connection with any matter within the jurisdiction of the board;
(13)
Adopt such forms as it may deem necessary;
(14)
Establish continuing educational requirements; and
(15)
Issue such certificates as are authorized under this chapter.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, §§ 6, 35; T.C.A., § 63-1206; Acts 1983, ch. 57, § 4; 1997 , ch. 106, §§ 3, 4.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-107 - Meetings of board

(a)
The board shall meet at least once each year at such times and places as it may decide upon and remain in session sufficiently long to examine all who may make application at the appointed time for a license.
(b)
Four (4) members of the board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business and examination of candidates for license. A majority of those present shall be necessary to reject any application, but such rejection shall not bar the applicant from reexamination at the next regular meeting of the board.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 7; T.C.A., § 63-1207; Acts 1998, ch. 649, § 4.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-108 - Compensation of members - Expenses of board

(a)
The members of the board shall receive as compensation for their services one hundred dollars ($100) per day for each day or portion thereof, each, while in actual service of the board, which, together with the necessary expenses of each meeting of the board, shall be paid out of any moneys in the treasury of the board upon the certificate of the president and secretary.
(b)
All reimbursement for travel expenses shall be in accordance with the comprehensive travel regulations as promulgated by the department of finance and administration and approved by the attorney general and reporter.
Amended by 2013 Tenn. Acts, ch. 440, s 1, eff. 7/1/2013.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 8; 1976, ch. 806, § 1(117); T.C.A., § 63-1208.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-109 - Funds of board - Disposition of surplus

It is unlawful for the board or any member thereof, in any manner whatsoever or for any purpose, to charge or obligate the state for the payment of any money, and the board shall look alone to the revenue derived from the operation of this chapter for the compensation designated in §
63-12-108
. If the revenue is not sufficient to pay each member in full, together with the necessary expenses of the board, then the amount available shall be prorated among the members. But if there should be a greater revenue derived than shall be required to pay the compensation and expenses, including, but not limited to, the administrative and personnel expenses deemed necessary in the discretion of the board to conduct inspections and issue licenses, permits and certificates as provided by this chapter, directed, any surplus shall be paid to the state treasurer, who shall receipt the board for the amount so received and shall account for the money as for other state revenue.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 9; T.C.A., § 63-1209; Acts 1997 , ch. 106, § 10.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-110 - Records of board - Confidentiality

(a)
The board shall keep records of its proceedings in a book provided for that purpose, especially with relation to the issuance, denial, renewal, suspension and revocation of licenses to practice veterinary medicine.
(b)
(1)
All licenses issued by the board shall be numbered and recorded by the secretary in a file for that purpose; and where a license is denied by the board to any applicant under this chapter, the fact and grounds for such denial shall be entered on the minutes of the board.
(2)
The time of issuance or denial of license shall be noted along with the names of those board members present, and such file or record shall be open to public inspection.
(c)
These records shall be maintained in the division.
(d)
Information received by the board through inspections and investigations shall be confidential and shall not be disclosed except in a proceeding involving the question of license.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 10; T.C.A., § 63-1210; Acts 1983, ch. 57, § 5.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-111 - Approval of veterinary schools

(a)
The board may approve schools and colleges of veterinary medicine which maintain standards of training and reputability sufficient to admit their graduates to the examinations given by the board.
(b)
In determining the standard of training and reputation of schools or colleges of veterinary medicine, the board may approve schools and colleges that are accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association.
(c)
The board may approve graduates of foreign schools of veterinary medicine that have been approved by the American Veterinary Medical Association or by obtaining proof that the college or school maintains standards equal to the standards of approved colleges or schools in the United States to take the examinations given by the board.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 11; T.C.A., § 63-1211.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-112 - License requirement - Qualifications of applicants

(a)
(1)
Any person wishing to practice veterinary medicine in this state shall obtain a license from the board. It is unlawful for such person to practice veterinary medicine as defined in §
63-12-103
unless the person obtains a license; and if the person so practices, the person shall be considered to have violated this chapter.
(2)
(A)
When the board receives a completed application for initial licensure from an applicant, then the board shall, within sixty (60) days from the date the board receives the completed application:
(i)
Render a decision on the application; or
(ii)
Inform the applicant of the need to appear before the board.
(B)
As used in this subdivision (a)(2), "completed application" means an application that satisfies all statutory and board rule requirements.
(b)
The board may admit to examination any applicant who submits satisfactory evidence that the applicant:
(1)
Is a graduate of a school or college of veterinary medicine approved by the board;
(2)
Is in good physical and mental health;
(3)
Is of good moral character;
(4)
Is a citizen of the United States or Canada or legally entitled to live within the United States;
(5)
Subscribes to and will uphold the principles incorporated in the Constitution of the United States; and
(6)
Has paid the required fee.
(c)
Any person holding a license to practice veterinary medicine in this state that is valid on September 1, 1967, is considered to be licensed to practice veterinary medicine under this chapter and is subject to all the provisions thereof.
Amended by 2023 Tenn. Acts, ch. 426,s 9, eff. 5/11/2023.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, §§ 12, 35; T.C.A., § 63-1212; Acts 1982, ch. 611, § 1; 1983, ch. 57, § 6.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-114 - Application for examination

(a)
(1)
Any person desiring to take the state board written and oral examination shall make application in writing to the board on blanks provided for that purpose at least forty-five (45) days before the examination.
(2)
The application for the state board written and oral examination shall be accompanied by a nonrefundable application fee as set by the board.
(3)
The application for the national board examination shall be accompanied by a nonrefundable application fee as set by the board.
(4)
Any person desiring to take the clinical competency test shall make application in writing to the board on blanks provided for that purpose at least forty-five (45) days before the examination.
(5)
The application for the clinical competency test shall be accompanied by a nonrefundable application fee as set by the board.
(b)
(1)
Applicants who are accepted for the state board written and oral examination shall pay a fee to the board at least forty-five (45) days prior to taking the examination, as set by the board.
(2)
Applicants who are accepted for the national board examination shall pay a fee to the board at least forty-five (45) days prior to taking the examination as set by the board.
(3)
Applicants who are accepted for the clinical competency test shall pay a fee to the board at least forty-five (45) days prior to taking the examination as set by the board.
(c)
The board shall give notice of the time and place of all examinations in such manner as the board may consider expedient.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 14; 1980, ch. 568, § 1; T.C.A., § 63-1214; Acts 1988, ch. 752, §§ 1, 2; 1989, ch. 523, §§ 72-77.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-115 - Examinations

(a)
The examination of applicants for license to practice veterinary medicine shall be administered by designated board members, and will consist of the national board examination and the state board examination and will be conducted under uniform rules and regulations adopted by the board.
(b)
The board shall require the applicant to take a written examination in the English language, in veterinary anatomy, veterinary surgery, veterinary physiology, veterinary pathology, veterinary obstetrics, veterinary materia medica and veterinary practice, chemistry and such other subjects related to veterinary medicine as the board may require.
(c)
The examination may include oral and practical examinations.
(d)
The minimum passing grade shall be established by the board.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 15; T.C.A., § 63-1215; Acts 1983, ch. 57, § 8.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-116 - Issuance of licenses

(a)
If the applicant for examination be found worthy and competent by the board, it shall issue to the applicant a certificate of license to practice veterinary medicine in this state.
(b)
Each licensee shall be entitled to exercise all the rights and privileges of a doctor of veterinary medicine. Every person practicing veterinary medicine shall be governed by the laws of this state and the rules adopted by the board.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 16; T.C.A., § 63-1216.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-117 - Issuance of license without examination - Reciprocity

(a)
The board, in its discretion, may issue a license without a written examination to a qualified applicant who furnishes satisfactory proof that the applicant is a graduate of an approved veterinary college and meets all other standards adopted by the board in rules and regulations. At its discretion, the board may orally or practically examine any person qualifying for license under this section or may enter into agreement for reciprocal licensing with other states having substantially similar requirements for licensure.
(b)
(1)
When the board receives a completed application for licensure from an applicant who is licensed in another state or territory of the United States or in the District of Columbia, then the board shall, within sixty (60) days from the date the board receives the completed application:
(A)
Render a decision on the application; or
(B)
Inform the applicant of the need to appear before the board.
(2)
As used in this subsection (b), "completed application" means an application that satisfies all statutory and board rule requirements.
Amended by 2023 Tenn. Acts, ch. 426,s 8, eff. 5/11/2023.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 17; T.C.A., § 63-1217; Acts 1983, ch. 57, § 9.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-118 - Veterinary wellness committees

(a)
As used in this section, "veterinary wellness committee" or "committee" means any committee, board, commission, or other entity established by any state-wide veterinary medical association or local veterinary medical association for the purpose of providing immediate and continuing help to veterinary professionals licensed to practice veterinary medicine or veterinary technology, students of veterinary medicine and veterinary technology, certified animal euthanasia technicians, and employees of veterinary practices in this state who suffer from physical or mental conditions that result from disease, disorder, trauma, or age and that impair their ability to perform their duties in veterinary medicine with reasonable skill and safety.
(b)
Veterinary wellness committee members, employees, and agents, including volunteers, taking any action authorized by this chapter, engaging in the performance of any duties on behalf of the committee, or participating in any administrative or judicial proceeding resulting from their participation on the committee, shall be immune from civil or criminal liability with respect to any action taken in good faith and without malice.
(c)
All information, interviews, reports, statements, memoranda, or other data furnished to or produced by a veterinary wellness committee and any findings, conclusions, reports, or recommendations resulting from the proceedings of the committee are privileged and confidential. Information and actions taken by the committee shall be privileged and held in strictest confidence and shall not be disclosed or required to be disclosed to any person or entity outside of the committee, unless such disclosure is authorized by the member of the veterinary profession to whom it relates. Nothing contained in this subsection (c) applies to records, documents, or information otherwise available from original sources, and such records, documents, or information are not immune from discovery or use in any civil proceedings solely due to having been presented to the committee.
Added by 2016 Tenn. Acts, ch. 819, s 5, eff. 7/1/2016.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-119 - Penalty for unlicensed practice

Any person who practices or attempts to practice veterinary medicine in this state and makes a charge for the practice without having complied with this chapter commits a Class B misdemeanor for each instance of such practice.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 19; T.C.A., § 63-1219; Acts 1989, ch. 591, § 112.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-120 - Continuing education

(a)
Each license holder under this chapter, except as otherwise provided, shall be required to meet continuing educational requirements each year within the renewal period, which are approved by the board, such as those conducted or sponsored by the Tennessee Veterinary Medical Association, the Southern Veterinary Medical Association, the American Veterinary Medical Association or any of its constituent branches. The minimum number of hours of attendance for continuing education so required shall be prescribed by the board. However, postgraduate study or attendance at an institution or an educational session approved by the board shall be considered equivalent, but the board shall have the right, for good cause shown, to prescribe the type and character of postgraduate study to be done by any doctor of veterinary medicine in order to comply with the requirements of this chapter.
(b)
The board, in its discretion, may waive the annual continuing education requirements for good cause shown.
(c)
The board shall promulgate, in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5, rules that establish criteria for issuance of the continuing education credits required by this section.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 20; T.C.A., § 63-1220; Acts 1983, ch. 57, § 11; 1984, ch. 906, § 3.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-122 - Reissuance of license after revocation or suspension

(a)
The board, by an affirmative vote of three (3), at any time after suspension or revocation of a license for good and sufficient cause, may reissue a license to the person affected, conferring upon the person all the rights and privileges pertaining to the practice of veterinary medicine.
(b)
Any person to whom such license may be reissued shall pay the same fee as upon the issuance of the original license.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 22; T.C.A., § 63-1222.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-123 - Issuance of duplicate license

(a)
The board may issue a duplicate license to replace one that has been lost or destroyed or where a name change is requested, for a fee as set by the board.
(b)
Each duplicate license shall have the word "Duplicate" typed or printed across its face.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 23; T.C.A., § 63-1223; Acts 1983, ch. 57, § 13; 1989, ch. 523, § 78.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-125 - Administrative procedures

The Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5, shall apply to all proceedings of the board and regulations promulgated pursuant to this chapter.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 25; T.C.A., § 63-1225; Acts 1983, ch. 57, § 15.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-128 - Disciplinary orders against violators - Judicial review

(a)
The board has the authority to enter an order to discipline any person, corporation or other similar organization, public or private, for-profit or not-for-profit, who or which, after proper hearing, has been found guilty by the board of a violation of one (1) or more provisions of this chapter or any rule of the board. The board, based upon the evidence and its findings of fact, may enter its final order, which may include one (1) or more of the following provisions:
(1)
Suspend or limit the right to practice veterinary medicine in this state;
(2)
Suspend or limit the right to hold a certificate or premises permit in this state;
(3)
Revoke the license to practice veterinary medicine. Following revocation of such license, the licensee may be relicensed at the discretion of the board with or without examination;
(4)
Impose judgment and penalties, but suspend enforcement thereof and place the licensee or license applicant, certificate holder or certificate applicant, premises permit holder or premises permit applicant on probation;
(5)
Suspend the imposition of judgment and penalties;
(6)
Refuse to issue a new license, certificate or premises permit;
(7)
Withhold any license, certificate or premises permit, either permanently or for a period of time, when the same, has not been delivered;
(8)
Suspend or limit the right to own or operate a veterinary facility in this state; or
(9)
Take such other action in relation to discipline as the board in its discretion may deem proper.
(b)
Immediately upon entry of the final order by the board, a copy thereof shall be delivered to the respondent and the respondent's counsel, if any, either personally or by registered or certified mail.
(c)
Judicial review of orders of the board may be had by writ of certiorari or as otherwise provided by the laws of this state.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 28; T.C.A., § 63-1228; Acts 1996, ch. 771, § 1; 1996, ch. 773, §§ 1, 2; 1997 , ch. 106, §§ 5-7; 2010 , ch. 1043, §§ 10, 11.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-129 - Enforcement

(a)
The enforcement of the laws and rules of the board regulating the practicing of veterinary medicine in this state is primarily vested in the board, who may have the following powers and duties:
(1)
To employ investigators, counsel and clerical assistance or any other necessary personnel;
(2)
To inspect all veterinary facilities to determine sanitary conditions, physical equipment, methods of operation, keeping of records, etc. This inspection shall be by a member of the board or a licensed veterinarian representing the board;
(3)
To inspect licenses; and
(4)
To conduct investigations of all alleged violations.
(b)
The powers granted to the board shall not curtail or in any manner affect or eliminate the duties, efforts and assistance of the department of health in the enforcement of this chapter.
(c)
All expenses, compensation or fees incurred in connection with enforcement duties and powers shall be paid from the funds of the board and in all respects treated as other expenses of the board, subject to this chapter.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 29; T.C.A., § 63-1229; Acts 1996, ch. 771, § 4; 1996, ch. 773, § 3.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-130 - Prosecution of violators

(a)
The state and county prosecuting attorneys shall prosecute all persons charged with the violation of any of this chapter or rules of the board.
(b)
The secretary-treasurer of the board, or other person employed or designated by the board, shall assist the prosecuting attorneys by furnishing them evidence of such violations whenever the board comes into possession of same.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 30; T.C.A., § 63-1230.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-131 - Fraudulent filing of license or diploma

Any person filing or attempting to file as the person's own the diploma or license of another, a forged or fictitious license or diploma or certificate or forged affidavit or identification commits a Class E felony.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 31; T.C.A., § 63-1231; Acts 1989, ch. 591, § 85.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 63 - PROFESSIONS OF THE HEALING ARTS (§§ 63-1-NEW — 63-32-119) › Chapter 12 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-204) › Part 1 - TENNESSEE VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT (§§ 63-12-NEW — 63-12-145) › Section 63-12-132 - Enjoining violations

In addition to the penalties herein provided in this chapter, the board may institute legal proceedings to enjoin the violation of this chapter or rules of the board in any court of competent jurisdiction; and such court may grant a temporary or permanent injunction restraining the violation thereof.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 32; T.C.A., § 63-1232.