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This bill requires the Tennessee Council on Children's Mental Health to submit an annual report by June 30, 2026, and each subsequent June 30, focusing on the statewide system of children's mental health care. The report must be comprehensive, involving collaboration with state departments and agencies that provide or fund mental health services for children. Specifically, the report will include a current list of state and federally funded programs addressing direct mental health services and prevention efforts for children and youth, as well as council recommendations regarding service delivery coordination, treatment availability gaps, and opportunities for system improvement. The report must be submitted to key state officials, including the governor, the chief clerks of the General Assembly, commissioners of various state departments (such as mental health, children's services, education, health, human services, and disability and aging), and the director of TennCare. The bill aims to provide a detailed, annual overview of children's mental health services in Tennessee and identify potential areas for enhancement and investment.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1169&ga=114