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

SB 1806: Healthcare Liability - As introduced, removes the three-year statute of repose for a healthcare liability action based on an injury that was not discovered when the negligent act or injury occurred so that the action may be brought within one year from the date of such discovery. - Amends TCA Title 28 and Title 29.

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

Plain-language summary

SB 1806 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 20, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Healthcare Liability - As introduced, removes the three-year statute of repose for a healthcare liability action based on an injury that was not discovered when the negligent act or injury occurred so that the action may be brought within one year from the date of such discovery. - Amends TCA Title 28 and Title 29. Primary sponsor: Paul Bailey (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 22, 2026): Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Paul Bailey (Republican).