HB 1944 Enacted
DNA and Genetic Testing - As enacted, directs the department of health to test for the presence of sickle cell trait in each newborn and, if the test results are positive for sickle cell trait, to notify the parent or legal guardian of the newborn tested as soon as practicable. - Amends TCA Title 68, Chapter 5.
Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted
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- Chamber
- House
- Introduced
- Jan 22, 2026
- Last action
- Apr 27, 2026 — Pub. Ch. 773
- Session
- 114
- Momentum
- 84 · Very high