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TN SB2621
TN SB2621AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 29-39-102, relative to civil damage awards.
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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, 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 proposes to amend Tennessee law by adding a new provision that caps the amount of "noneconomic damages" – which are typically awarded for non-monetary losses like pain and suffering – at $1 million in specific medical malpractice cases. This cap would apply only to health care liability actions, meaning lawsuits related to medical negligence, that arise from errors in obstetric or maternity care and result in the death or permanent injury of a pregnant or postpartum woman. The bill aims to address the unique circumstances and potential high costs associated with such severe birth-related injuries.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Re-refer to S. Cal Comm (on 04/06/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/Default?BillNumber=SB2621&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - SB2621 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB2621.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB2621.pdf |
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