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TN HB2163
TN HB2163AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 29; Title 36; Title 63 and Title 68, relative to assisted reproductive technology.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, directs the commissioner of health to conduct a study of legislative developments occurring in neighboring states within the last five years concerning patient access to and patient safety in the use of assisted reproductive technology; requires the commissioner to publish and transmit to the general assembly the commissioner's findings and recommendations no later than December 31, 2026. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 29; Title 36; Title 63 and Title 68.
AI Summary
This bill directs the Tennessee Commissioner of Health to study legislative changes related to assisted reproductive technology, which refers to medical procedures like in vitro fertilization (IVF) used to help people conceive, that have occurred in neighboring states over the past five years, focusing on how these changes affect patient access to and safety during these treatments. The Commissioner is required to compile their findings and any recommendations for new laws and submit them to the General Assembly, specifically to the chief clerks of the Senate and House of Representatives and the legislative librarian, by December 31, 2026, and may use electronic methods to share this information.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
P2C, caption bill, held on desk - pending amdt. (on 02/05/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/Default?BillNumber=HB2163&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - HB2163 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/HB2163.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB2163.pdf |
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