HB2585

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 29-39-102, relative to civil damage awards.

Chamber Passed·4/21/26
Draft Text

Tennessee HB2585 limits noneconomic damages to $1,000,000 in health care liability actions for obstetric or maternity negligence.

Tennessee HB2585 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 29-39-102, to set a cap on noneconomic damages at $1,000,000 in health care liability actions involving obstetric or maternity negligence. This cap applies specifically to cases resulting in the death or permanent injury of a pregnant or postpartum woman. The new provision takes effect immediately upon becoming law.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 88–0 · Apr 21
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

D
1
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

12 Yea

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19 Nay

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1 Not Voting

R

History

Apr 23

Senate

Senate substituted House Bill for companion Senate Bill.

Apr 23

Senate

Amendment withdrawn. (Amendment 1 - SA1069)

Apr 23

Senate

Failed to pass Senate, Ayes 12, Nays 19, PNV 1