Tennessee SB1681 amends medical facility procedures for pregnant women with emergency conditions.
Tennessee SB1681 amends Tennessee Code to enhance procedures for pregnant women with emergency medical conditions. It mandates that hospitals provide necessary examinations and treatments or transfer pregnant women to facilities with specialized capabilities if required. Hospitals must inform pregnant women or their representatives of the risks and benefits of transfer, and secure written consent if the woman refuses. The bill also outlines penalties for non-compliance and protections for healthcare professionals who refuse to authorize transfers. It takes effect July 1, 2026.
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