Senate Bill 1701, also known as House Bill 2053, aims to enhance awareness and treatment options for uterine fibroids in Tennessee. The bill mandates the establishment of an electronic database by the Department of Health by January 1, 2027, which will compile demographic information of women diagnosed with uterine fibroids and the treatments they receive. This database is intended to support uterine fibroid research while ensuring the confidentiality of individual health information in compliance with state and federal laws.

Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Health, in collaboration with the Tennessee Medical Association, to publish educational resources on its website by the same deadline. These resources will focus on raising public awareness about uterine fibroids, particularly highlighting the increased risk among certain racial and ethnic groups, as well as outlining various treatment options, including non-hysterectomy alternatives. The act is set to take effect upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of addressing this health issue for women in Tennessee.