House Bill 387 aims to amend Tennessee law regarding the interactions between healthcare providers and patients concerning firearms. The bill defines "healthcare provider" and stipulates that such providers cannot inquire about a patient's ownership, possession, or access to firearm ammunition or accessories, nor can they require this information for treatment. Additionally, healthcare providers are prohibited from discriminating against patients based on their exercise of the constitutional right to own firearms. If a provider does inquire about firearms, they must inform the patient that there is no obligation to respond.

Violations of these provisions are classified as unethical conduct, subjecting the healthcare provider to disciplinary action by their licensing authority and a fine of $1,000 per violation. The bill also includes a severability clause, ensuring that if any part of the act is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions will still be enforceable. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and will apply to conduct occurring on or after that date.