House Bill 828, sponsored by Glynn, mandates the commissioner of health to conduct a study aimed at creating or streamlining pathways for individuals with military medical training to become primary care providers in Tennessee. The study will focus on identifying administrative barriers in current laws, evaluating educational requirements for licensure that align with military training, and making recommendations for integrating military-trained medical professionals into the primary care workforce. Additionally, the commissioner will explore methods to recruit armed forces veterans into these roles. The findings and recommendations must be submitted to legislative leaders by December 31, 2025.

The bill emphasizes the importance of utilizing existing departmental resources for the study and aims to enhance the healthcare workforce by leveraging the skills of veterans. It is designed to address potential gaps in the current system that may hinder the transition of military-trained individuals into civilian healthcare roles, ultimately benefiting the state's healthcare delivery. The act will take effect upon becoming law, prioritizing public welfare.