Senate Bill 2044, also known as House Bill 1990, mandates the Tennessee Department of Health to conduct a study focused on health concerns and barriers to care for individuals whose biological sex is female. The findings from this study are required to be reported to the members of the General Assembly by January 1, 2027.

The bill emphasizes the importance of understanding and addressing the specific health needs of women, aiming to improve healthcare access and outcomes for this demographic. It is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, highlighting the urgency of the issue at hand.