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

SB 2621: 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.

In committee Last action April 23, 2026: Companion House Bill substituted

Plain-language summary

SB 2621 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on February 2, 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: London Lamar (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 23, 2026): Companion House Bill substituted.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: London Lamar (Democratic).