Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 13; Title 33; Title 47; Title 63 and Title 68.
Tennessee HB1351 amends various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated to establish minimum standards for the certification of recovery residences, which are defined as substance-free living environments for individuals in recovery from substance use disorder. The bill requires the commissioner of mental health and substance abuse services to approve organizations that certify these residences and mandates policies related to drug testing, safety, resident rights, and financial management. Key provisions include annual inspections, a good neighbor policy, and the requirement for recovery residences to maintain a safe environment while providing support services without offering medical treatment.
Tennessee HB1351 amends various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated to establish minimum standards for the certification of recovery residences, which are defined as substance-free living environments for individuals in recovery from substance use disorder. The bill requires the commissioner of mental health and substance abuse services to approve organizations that certify these residences and mandates policies related to drug testing, safety, resident rights, and financial management. Key provisions include annual inspections, a good neighbor policy, and the requirement for recovery residences to maintain a safe environment while providing support services without offering medical treatment.
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