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SB 2412

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 Joey Hensley

Tennessee orders courts to evaluate raising damage compensation caps and report recommendations to legislature by January 2027.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SB 2412

Legislative bill overview

SB 2412 directs Tennessee's Administrative Office of the Courts to evaluate whether current caps on noneconomic damages (pain, suffering, emotional distress) and catastrophic injury compensation should be increased. The office must submit findings and recommendations to legislative committees by January 1, 2027.

Why is this important

Damage caps directly affect how much compensation injured plaintiffs can receive in civil lawsuits, influencing healthcare costs, insurance rates, and access to justice. This study could lead to legislative changes that expand or restrict liability exposure for defendants, impact lawsuit settlement values, and shape tort law for years ahead.

Potential points of contention

  • Who benefits from higher caps: Injured plaintiffs and their attorneys favor increases, while medical providers, insurers, and businesses prefer existing caps to control liability costs
  • Inflationary argument: Caps haven't been adjusted since implementation; supporters argue inflation erodes their value, while opponents worry increases will spike litigation costs
  • Scope of review: The bill examines both standard noneconomic damages and "catastrophic loss or injury" categories, which may have different policy implications

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

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