SB 1969 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Health Care - As introduced, creates the state uterine fibroids commission. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 63 and Title 68.

SB 1969 creates a 11-member state uterine fibroids commission to address health concerns related to uterine fibroids, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and endometriosis. The commission, appointed by the governor (including patient members and healthcare representatives) and legislative leaders, will advise state agencies on prevention, treatment, and care policies. Key provisions include researching state regulations, holding annual public hearings, and submitting annual reports to the legislature by December 31. The commission directly affects women diagnosed with these conditions, state health departments, and healthcare providers through its advisory role. It does not change funding or direct medical care but aims to improve policy coordination and public health monitoring.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 2, 2026 Last action Mar 4, 2026
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Total actions
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Committee
7
Mar 4, 2026
Committee
Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Health and Welfare Committee
lower
Feb 25, 2026
Lower · Passed
Action deferred in Senate Health and Welfare Committee to 3/4/2026
lower
Feb 25, 2026
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate Health and Welfare Committee calendar for 3/4/2026
lower
Feb 18, 2026
Lower · Passed
Recommended for passage, refer to Senate Health and Welfare Committee
lower
Feb 18, 2026
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate Health and Welfare Committee calendar for 2/25/2026
lower
Feb 11, 2026
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate Government Operations Committee calendar for 2/18/2026
lower
Feb 5, 2026
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Government Operations Committee
upper
Feb 2, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Raumesh Akbari
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TN
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