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HB 2380

Courts, Administrative Office of the - As introduced, directs the administrative office of the courts to report on whether the limit on the compensation for noneconomic damages and catastrophic loss or injury should be raised and, if so, their recommendations; requires the report to be submitted to the chair of the judiciary committee of the senate and the chair of the house of representatives having jurisdiction over civil-related matters on or before January 1, 2027, - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 18; Title 29, Chapter 39 and Title 63, Chapter 6, Part 11.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Bryan Terry

Bill orders courts office to study and recommend whether Tennessee should raise caps on noneconomic damages in civil lawsuits, reporting findings by January 2027.

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Bill Summary · HB 2380

Legislative bill overview

HB 2380 requires Tennessee's Administrative Office of the Courts to conduct a comprehensive review and submit a report by January 1, 2027, examining whether current caps on noneconomic damages (pain and suffering) and catastrophic injury awards should be increased. If the office recommends raising these limits, they must provide specific recommendations to legislative leadership.

Why is this important

Damage caps directly affect how much plaintiffs can recover in civil lawsuits for injuries and suffering, influencing both consumer access to compensation and litigation costs for defendants and insurers. This study could lead to significant changes in Tennessee's tort law, affecting medical malpractice cases, personal injury claims, and insurance rates across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Plaintiff vs. defendant interests: Raising caps benefits injured parties but increases liability exposure for medical providers, businesses, and insurers, potentially raising insurance premiums
  • Economic impact uncertainty: Proponents argue caps limit fair compensation; opponents worry higher awards increase healthcare costs and business liability
  • Comparative analysis gaps: The bill doesn't specify how Tennessee's current caps compare to other states or whether recommendations will consider inflation adjustments since caps were last set

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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