9 chapters · 191 sections in this title.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 52-1-101 Title definitions. [Effective until January 1, 2027. See the version effective on January 1, 2027.]
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(1) As used in this title, unless the context otherwise requires:(1) “Available suitable accommodations” or “suitable available accommodations” means a state-owned or -operated treatment resource that has the capacity, as reasonably determined by the commissioner, and the medical…
Tenn. Code Ann. § 52-1-102 Policy — Values — Service principles
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(a) It is the policy of the state to plan on the basis of and to promote the use of private and public service providers, without regard for funding source, to achieve outcomes and accomplishments that create opportunities for persons supported and potential persons supported to …
Tenn. Code Ann. § 52-1-103 Entitlement to services — Funding
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(a) This title does not create entitlement to services and supports from the state, except to the extent that services and supports are necessarily attached to deprivation of liberty by placement in facilities operated by the department. Implementation of any service or support a…
Tenn. Code Ann. § 52-1-104 Department powers and duties
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(a) The department shall:(1) Serve as the state's intellectual and developmental disability authority and be responsible for system planning, setting policy and quality standards, system monitoring and evaluation, disseminating public information, and advocacy for persons of all …