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Tennessee
CURRENT STATUS: Pending Bills
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In 2024, the Tennessee legislature introduced HB1710/SB2258. If passed, this bill would allow residents in Tennessee to access to medical aid in dying.
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Death with Dignity laws have been proven effective at improving healthcare quality at the end of life, regardless of whether or not an individual chooses to hasten their death.
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Timeline of Death with Dignity in Tennessee
2024
2024
Bill Referred to Committee
- SB2258 is passed on Second Consideration and referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee.
- The Tennessee legislature introduces SB2258. This is a companion bill to HB1710.
- HB1710 is referred to the Health, Criminal Justice, and Government Operations Committee. It has also been assigned to the Population Health Subcommittee
- In January, the Tennessee legislature introduces HB1710.
2017
2017
Bills Do Not Advance
In February, HB394/SB1378 are introduced. The House bill is withdrawn and the Senate bill does not advance.
