Senate Bill 7055, also known as House Bill 7083, aims to enhance mental healthcare services in Tennessee by mandating a study of the certification and training requirements for healthcare professionals in contiguous states. The bill directs the Department of Health to utilize existing resources to conduct this study and compile a report detailing the findings. This report is required to be submitted to key legislative figures, including the chairs of the health committees in both the Senate and House of Representatives, as well as the legislative librarian, by December 31, 2023.

The bill introduces a new section to Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 63, Chapter 1, Part 1, which outlines the responsibilities of the Department of Health regarding the study. There are no deletions from current law noted in this bill. The act is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the urgency of improving mental health services in the state.