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HB 1944STATE · TennesseeIntroduced

DNA and Genetic Testing - As enacted, directs the department of health to test for the presence of sickle cell trait in each newborn and, if the test results are positive for sickle cell trait, to notify the parent or legal guardian of the newborn tested as soon as practicable. - Amends TCA Title 68, Chapter 5.

Voted 4/27/2026View source

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137 yea·9 nay

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Action history

  1. 4/27/2026Effective date(s) 04/21/2026
  2. 4/27/2026Pub. Ch. 773
  3. 4/21/2026Signed by Governor.
  4. 4/9/2026Transmitted to Governor for his action.
  5. 4/8/2026Signed by Senate Speaker
  6. 4/8/2026Signed by H. Speaker
  7. 4/7/2026Enrolled; ready for sig. of H. Speaker.
  8. 4/6/2026Passed Senate, Ayes 32, Nays 0
  9. 4/6/2026Senate substituted House Bill for companion Senate Bill.
  10. 4/2/2026Received from House, Passed on First Consideration