Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill

HB 2585: Damages - 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.

Passed one chamber Last action April 23, 2026: Senate substituted House Bill for companion Senate Bill.

Plain-language summary

HB 2585 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on February 3, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Damages - 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. Primary sponsor: Jesse Chism (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 23, 2026): Senate substituted House Bill for companion Senate Bill.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Jesse Chism (Democratic).