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TN SJR0580

Joint Resolution

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

2/23/2026

Primary Sponsor

Raumesh Akbari

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Origin

Senate

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Designates July 2026 as "Uterine Fibroid Awareness Month" in Tennessee
  • Uterine fibroids affect up to 80% of women by age 50 and are the most common reason for hysterectomy, accounting for nearly half of all such procedures
  • Annual U.S. costs estimated at $5.9 billion to $34.4 billion, with $1.6 billion to $17.2 billion in lost work productivity for women ages 25-54
  • Symptoms include heavy menstrual bleeding, debilitating pain, painful intercourse, fetal mortality, and infertility
  • Aims to encourage earlier diagnosis, more research, and better treatment options through public awareness

Legislative Description

A RESOLUTION to designate July 2026 as "Uterine Fibroid Awareness Month" in Tennessee.

Naming and Designating

Last Action

Assigned to s/c Population Health Subcommittee

2/26/2026

Committee Referrals

Health2/26/2026
Health and Welfare1/15/2026

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