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TN SB1610
TN SB1610AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 7, Chapter 51, Part 26, relative to sober living homes.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, authorizes Putnam County and incorporated cities within the county to regulate sober living homes for recovery from alcohol, drug, and substance abuse to the extent such regulation complies with the Fair Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. - Amends TCA Title 7, Chapter 51, Part 26.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes Putnam County and any incorporated cities within that county to regulate sober living homes, which are facilities providing housing for individuals recovering from alcohol, drug, and substance abuse, provided that any such regulations comply with federal laws like the Fair Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibit discrimination against individuals with disabilities, including those in recovery.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Health and Welfare Committee (on 01/15/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1610&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - SB1610 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB1610.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB1610.pdf |
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