Tennessee Senate · Apr 1, 2026
SENATE HEALTH AND WELFARE COMMITTEE: Recommended for passage, refer to Senate Calendar Committee 4/1/2026 Passed (1)
Result: pass
SB 1697: 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.
State vote data last updated Oct 16, 2026, 4:04 AM.
Totals
| Yea | Nay | |
|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 1 | 0 |
| Republican | 8 | 0 |
| Total | 9 | 0 |
Party rows count only voters matched to a legislator.
All voters
| Legislator | Position |
|---|---|
| Rusty Crowe(Republican) | Yea |
| Ferrell Haile(Republican) | Yea |
| Bobby Harshbarger(Republican) | Yea |
| Joey Hensley(Republican) | Yea |
| Ed Jackson(Republican) | Yea |
| Becky Massey(Republican) | Yea |
| Lee Reeves(Republican) | Yea |
| Bo Watson(Republican) | Yea |
| Jeff Yarbro(Democratic) | Yea |