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TN HB2585
TN HB2585AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 29-39-102, relative to civil damage awards.
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Introduced
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
In Committee
03/04/2026
03/04/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, states that the amount of damages awarded as noneconomic damages must not exceed $1 million in a health care liability action arising from obstetric or maternity negligence resulting in the death or permanent injury of a pregnant or postpartum woman. - Amends TCA Section 29-39-102.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 29-39-102, to establish a cap on certain damages in specific medical malpractice cases. Specifically, in a health care liability action, which refers to a lawsuit for damages related to medical services, that arises from negligence during obstetric or maternity care and results in the death or permanent injury of a pregnant or postpartum woman, the amount awarded for noneconomic damages, which are damages for non-monetary losses like pain and suffering, cannot exceed $1 million.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Placed on cal. Judiciary Committee for 4/14/2026 (on 04/08/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/Default?BillNumber=HB2585&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - SB2621 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB2621.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB2585.pdf |
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