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IntroducedJan 14, 2026
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Passed Senate
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Claims Commission, Tennessee - As introduced, increases the amount for which the state may be liable for damages in causes of action arising in tort from $300,000 per claimant to $500,000 per claimant and from $1 million per occurrence to $1.5 million per occurrence. - Amends TCA Title 9, Chapter 8 and Title 29.
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Senate • Jan 21, 2026: Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee
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- Jan 21, 2026 | Senate
- Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee
- Jan 15, 2026 | Senate
- Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
- Jan 14, 2026 | Senate
- Filed for introduction
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