House Bill 7084 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Section 33-3-206, to broaden the definition of professionals who have a duty to warn. The bill replaces the term "qualified mental health professional or behavior analyst" with "qualified mental health professional, behavior analyst, or healthcare provider." Additionally, it modifies the language throughout the section by replacing "professional" with "professional, analyst, or provider," and adjusts possessive forms accordingly.

These changes aim to ensure that a wider range of healthcare professionals are included under the duty to warn provisions, thereby enhancing the protection of individuals who may be at risk. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2023, contingent upon the public welfare.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 33-3-206(1), 33-3-206, 33-3-206(2)