Bill > HB0301

This bill allows local governments in Tennessee to create regulations for sober living homes, which are alcohol-free and drug-free residences for unrelated adults recovering from substance abuse. Specifically, local governments can adopt ordinances that require sober living homes to be located at least 1,000 feet away from schools, preschools, and daycare facilities, regulate their location and operation, and mandate that a licensed healthcare provider provide a clinical referral confirming that placement in the home is medically necessary for the prospective resident. These local regulations must still comply with the Fair Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure that people with disabilities are not discriminated against. The bill defines key terms such as "healthcare provider," "local government," "operator," and "sober living home" to provide clarity about the scope of the regulations. The legislation aims to give local governments more control over the placement and management of sober living homes while protecting the rights of individuals in recovery.