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IntroducedJan 16, 2026
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Passed Senate
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Passed House
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Became Law
Tennessee Senate Bill
Tort Liability and Reform - As introduced, expands the definition of a person for whom a wrongful death action may be brought to include an unborn child beginning at fertilization, rather than in utero; extends the period of time from two to three years after which a spouse is rebuttably presumed to have abandoned a deceased spouse for purposes of bringing a wrongful death claim. - Amends TCA Title 20 and Section 63-6-1102.
Last Action See all actions
Senate • Jan 22, 2026: Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee
Latest Bill Text See all bill texts
Feb 10, 2026 12:00pm
House Hearing Room II
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- Jan 22, 2026 | Senate
- Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee
- Jan 21, 2026 | Senate
- Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
- Jan 16, 2026 | Senate
- Filed for introduction
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