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TN HB1944
TN HB1944AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 68, Chapter 5, relative to sickle cell.
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Introduced
01/22/2026
01/22/2026
In Committee
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, directs the department of health to test for the presence of sickle cell trait in each newborn and, if the test results are positive for sickle cell trait, to notify the parent or legal guardian of the newborn tested as soon as practicable. - Amends TCA Title 68, Chapter 5.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that the Tennessee Department of Health will test every newborn for sickle cell trait, a genetic condition that can affect red blood cells. If a newborn's test results indicate the presence of sickle cell trait, the department is required to promptly inform the newborn's parent or legal guardian. This provision amends existing Tennessee law concerning public health and is intended to ensure early awareness of this condition for newborns born on or after the bill's effective date.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Placed on s/c cal Health Subcommittee for 3/11/2026 (on 03/04/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1944&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - SB1697 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB1697.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB1944.pdf |
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