Tennessee Code Title 63. Professions of the Healing Arts § 63-7-502

(1) The safety, efficacy, and quality of nursing education directly affect healthcare outcomes for the citizens of this state;

(2) A significant number of out-of-state nursing education programs currently place students for clinical experiences in this state without adequate oversight or accountability;

(3) The board of nursing must have sufficient capacity to effectively evaluate and monitor all nursing programs seeking approval, especially those located outside this state;

(4) Enhanced monitoring and comprehensive data tracking are essential to ensure the integrity of clinical preceptorship within this state;  and

(5) A temporary moratorium is necessary to allow state agencies, including the Tennessee center for nursing advancement and the board of nursing, to develop and implement improved standards and reporting procedures for out-of-state nursing programs.