Senate Bill 1969 establishes the State Uterine Fibroids Commission in Tennessee, which will consist of eleven members appointed by the governor, the speaker of the house, and the speaker of the senate. The commission will include representatives from various healthcare organizations, educational institutions, and individuals diagnosed with uterine fibroids or related conditions. Members will serve staggered terms ranging from three to five years, with legislative members serving two-year terms. The commission is tasked with evaluating existing groups focused on uterine fibroids, advising the governor and the Department of Health, and making recommendations for public health monitoring and research.

Additionally, the bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated to include the commission in the list of state entities. The commission will operate without compensation for its members, except for legislators who will receive per diem and travel reimbursement. It will hold quarterly public meetings, elect a chair, and submit an annual report to the relevant legislative committees by December 31 each year, summarizing its activities and findings.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 4-29-249(a), 4-29-249