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HB 2246

Health Care - As introduced, establishes requirements for the retrieval, manufacture, storage, and use of stem cells used for stem cell therapy. - Amends TCA Title 63 and Title 68.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Chris Hurt

Tennessee bill establishes regulatory standards for retrieving, manufacturing, storing, and using stem cells in therapeutic treatments to protect patients and guide medical practice.

Senate substituted House Bill for companion Senate Bill.
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Bill Summary · HB 2246

Legislative bill overview

HB 2246 establishes regulatory requirements governing how stem cells are retrieved, manufactured, stored, and used for therapeutic purposes in Tennessee. The bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated Titles 63 and 68, which deal with health and safety regulations.

Why is this important

Stem cell therapy is an emerging medical field with significant therapeutic potential but also considerable uncertainty about safety and efficacy. Clear regulatory frameworks help protect patients from unproven or unsafe treatments while potentially enabling legitimate medical advancement. Tennessee's regulatory approach could influence patient access to these treatments and the state's position in the competitive regenerative medicine industry.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of regulation: Disagreement over which stem cell therapies should be regulated, how strictly, and whether requirements might inadvertently restrict legitimate research or patient access to promising treatments
  • Manufacturing standards: Debate over appropriate quality control, facility standards, and certification requirements—potentially creating barriers for smaller providers or affecting treatment costs
  • Source material restrictions: Potential controversy regarding which types of stem cells (embryonic, adult, induced pluripotent) are permitted, reflecting broader bioethical and religious concerns

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

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