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

SB 1701: Women - As introduced, requires the department of health to maintain a database of demographic information of women diagnosed with uterine fibroids; requires the department to publish on its website existing resources and educational materials on uterine fibroids to increase public awareness of uterine fibroids and treatment options. - Amends TCA Title 68.

In committee Last action January 22, 2026: Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Health and Welfare Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 1701 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Women - As introduced, requires the department of health to maintain a database of demographic information of women diagnosed with uterine fibroids; requires the department to publish on its website existing resources and educational materials on uterine fibroids to increase public awareness of uterine fibroids and treatment options. - Amends TCA Title 68. Primary sponsor: Raumesh Akbari (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 22, 2026): Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Health and Welfare Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Raumesh Akbari (Democratic).