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.
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
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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.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jesse Chism | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 85 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Senate substituted House Bill for companion Senate Bill.
- Amendment withdrawn. (Amendment 1 - SA1069)
- Failed to pass Senate, Ayes 12, Nays 19, PNV 1
- Refer to Senate Calendar Committee
- Received from House, Passed on First Consideration
- H. adopted am. (Amendment 1 - HA1145)
- Passed H., as am., Ayes 88, Nays 0, PNV 0
- Engrossed; ready for transmission to Sen.
- Rec. for pass. if am., ref. to Calendar & Rules Committee
- Placed on cal. Calendar & Rules Committee for 4/14/2026
- H. Placed on Regular Calendar for 4/16/2026
- Action def. in Judiciary Committee to 4/15/2026
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