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SB 1701

Women - As introduced, requires the department of health to maintain a database of demographic information of women diagnosed with uterine fibroids; requires the department to publish on its website existing resources and educational materials on uterine fibroids to increase public awareness of uterine fibroids and treatment options. - Amends TCA Title 68.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Raumesh Akbari

Tennessee would track women's uterine fibroid diagnoses and publish treatment resources to improve public awareness and health outcomes.

Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
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Bill Summary · SB 1701

Legislative bill overview

SB 1701 requires Tennessee's Department of Health to create and maintain a database tracking demographic information of women diagnosed with uterine fibroids and to compile and publish existing educational resources and treatment information on its website. The bill aims to improve public awareness and understanding of this gynecological condition through centralized information access.

Why is this important

Uterine fibroids are a common reproductive health condition affecting millions of women, yet awareness and treatment options vary significantly across populations. A state-level database and centralized resource hub could help identify disparities in diagnosis and treatment access, while making information more readily available to affected women and healthcare providers.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy concerns: Creating a disease-specific database raises questions about data security, how long records are retained, and whether individuals can opt out without affecting their medical care
  • Data collection burden: Requiring healthcare providers to report demographic information to the database may impose administrative costs on hospitals and clinics
  • Scope limitations: The bill focuses only on awareness and resource compilation rather than funding treatment programs or addressing potential disparities in access to care

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

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