Tag: mental health professionals

Red Flag Gun Bill Headed To Tennessee Senate Floor For Consideration

Image Credit: capitol.tn.gov The Tennessee Conservative [By Rebecca Scott] – A red flag gun bill continues to progress through the Tennessee legislature. Senate Bill 1673 (SB1673), sponsored by Senator Becky Massey (R-Knoxville-District 6), and its companion, House Bill 1625 (HB1625), sponsored by Representative Jason Zachary (R-Knoxville-District 14), expands current state law requiring mental health professionals […]

Tennessee Bill Filed To Expand Mandatory Reporting Laws Reminiscent Of Special Session Red Flag Discussions

Image Credit: iStock The Tennessee Conservative [By Kelly M. Jackson] – A bill has been filed by Representative Jason Zachary (R-Knoxville-District 14) that expands the current law requiring mental health professionals to report the possibility of potential violent acts by their patients.  According to the National Conference of State Legislatures, “Most states have laws that […]