Senate Bill 1500 and House Bill 1559 propose amendments to the Tennessee Code Annotated concerning the board of dentistry. Specifically, the bill deletes subdivision (5) from Section 4-29-247(a), which may pertain to the composition or functions of the board. Additionally, it introduces a new subdivision in Section 4-29-252(a) that explicitly recognizes the board of dentistry, as established by Section 63-5-101.

The bill aims to clarify the legal framework surrounding the board of dentistry by removing outdated provisions and ensuring that the board's existence is clearly stated in the relevant statutes. The act is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of the changes for public welfare.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 4-29-247(a), 4-29-247, 4-29-252(a), 4-29-252