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TN SB1565
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/7/2026
Primary Sponsor
London Lamar
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AI Summary
- Authorizes the Commissioner of Health to use federal Title V maternal and child health services block grant funds to establish a program for women who have experienced stillbirth
- Provides financial assistance to offset burial or disposition costs for stillborn children's remains
- Creates educational scholarships through the Department of Health for women who have experienced a stillbirth
- Permits the commissioner to seek any necessary federal waivers or authorizations to implement the program
- Takes effect immediately upon becoming law
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49 and Title 68, relative to assistance for women.
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Last Action
Recommended for passage with amendment/s, refer to Senate Finance, Ways, and Means Committee Ayes 5, Nays 2 PNV 0
3/11/2026
Committee Referrals
Finance, Ways and Means3/11/2026
Health and Welfare1/14/2026
Full Bill Text
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