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Subcommittee advances bill clarifying licensing for medical laboratory collection stations

2505660 · March 5, 2025

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Summary

House Bill 7 02 was advanced 8-0; it clarifies that collection stations operated by the owner of a Tennessee‑licensed medical laboratory do not require separate licensure even when specimens are sent elsewhere, while preserving board access to information and lab responsibility for specimens.

Chairman Leatherwood sponsored House Bill 7 02 and the subcommittee unanimously advanced the measure to the full Health Committee.

The sponsor told the committee the bill clarifies that a collection station located in Tennessee and operated by the owner of a Tennessee‑licensed medical laboratory does not require an additional license, regardless of where collected specimens are shipped. The sponsor said the administration of the licensing board requested an amendment to ensure the board retains access to information needed to investigate complaints. The sponsor emphasized that the licensed laboratory would remain responsible for specimens throughout the process.

There were no substantive questions from committee members in the recorded discussion. The clerk recorded “8 ayes, 0 nays,” and the chairman announced that House Bill 7 02 will move to the full Health Committee.