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.

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Chamber: Senate
Introduced: Jan 15, 2026
Last action: Apr 27, 2026 — Comp. became Pub. Ch. 773
Session: 114
Momentum: 32 · Low

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25% Uncertain

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Stage base In Committee — base rate 51%, measured from TN's completed sessions
Momentum -4 32/100 from the pace of recorded action
Time since last action -22 168 days quiet

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