Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services, Dept. of - As enacted, revises present law relative to recovery residences and alcohol and drug prevention or treatment facilities under certification by the department. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 13; Title 33; Title 47; Title 63 and Title 68.

SB 1240 changes the annual certification deadline for mental health and substance abuse treatment facilities and recovery residences in Tennessee from February 15 to March 1. This directly affects providers seeking state certification under Tennessee law, requiring them to submit applications by March 1 each year instead of February 15. The bill amends multiple sections of Tennessee law (Titles 5, 6, 7, 13, 33, 47, 63, and 68) to implement this deadline shift. The change took effect immediately upon the governor's signature on May 8, 2025, with the new deadline applying to certifications starting January 1, 2026.