· TN legislature · 114

Autopsies - As introduced, requires a county medical examiner to report certain instances of the natural death of an infant or young person under 20 to the federal Sudden Unexpected Infant Death and Sudden Death in the Young Case Registry; requires the county medical examiner to review the deceased infant's or young person's immunization and medical records; authorizes civil penalties and license sanctions for violations. - Amends TCA Title 38; Title 63 and Title 68.

Sponsor

Janice Bowling (R-TN)

Introduced

2026-01-21

Policy area

Health

Latest action

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Health and Welfare Committee