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TN SB2098

TN SB2098
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 2; Title 4; Title 8; Title 12; Title 13; Title 33; Title 34; Title 37; Title 40; Title 41; Title 45; Title 49; Title 52; Title 55; Title 56; Title 63; Title 67; Title 68; Title 71 and Chapter 1100 of the Public Acts of 2010, relative to the Tennessee Disability and Aging Act of 2024.


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Introduced
01/29/2024
In Committee
Crossed Over
03/18/2024
Passed
04/11/2024
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/17/2024

Introduced Session

113th General Assembly

Bill Summary

As enacted, enacts the "Tennessee Disability and Aging Act of 2024." - Amends TCA Title 2; Title 4; Title 8; Title 12; Title 13; Title 33; Title 34; Title 37; Title 40; Title 41; Title 45; Title 49; Title 52; Title 55; Title 56; Title 63; Title 67; Title 68; Title 71 and Chapter 1100 of the Public Acts of 2010.

AI Summary

This bill enacts the "Tennessee Disability and Aging Act of 2024." It establishes a new Department of Disability and Aging, which will assume responsibilities from the previous Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. The new department will serve as the state's authority for intellectual and developmental disability services as well as services for older persons. The bill sets forth the department's powers and duties, including establishing community-based service systems, setting standards for services and supports, and coordinating with other state agencies. It also includes provisions related to rights of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities, family support services, residential admissions, forensic services, and other related matters. Overall, the bill consolidates and streamlines the state's administration and provision of services for individuals with disabilities and older adults.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (9)

Last Action

Effective date(s) 07/01/2024 (on 04/17/2024)

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