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Status of Medical Aid in Dying

First introduced in January 2025 by Sen. Heidi Campbell, Senate Bill 640 to authorize medical aid in dying in Tennessee was carried over into the 2026 legislative session. The bill remains in the Senate Judiciary Committee.

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Tennessee Stories

Richard Burns

After a devastating accident left his wife unresponsive, Richard honored her end-of-life care wishes.

Caylon Pettis

Caylon Pettis, a medical student and intern with Doctors for Dignity, shares his passion for patient-centered care.

Latest Tennessee News

Compassion Legal Files Amicus Brief Challenging Abortion Ruling in Tennessee

February 5, 2026

In their brief, Compassion Legal urged the Sixth Circuit to affirm a District Court’s decision that speech about healthcare options available in other states is constitutionally protected, even when that option is not legal in a person’s state of residence.