House Bill 293 amends Tennessee Code Annotated to establish new regulations regarding the construction and licensing of correctional facilities, hospitals, and nursing homes in designated one-hundred-year flood plains. The bill defines key terms such as "correctional facility," "hospital," "nursing home," and "one hundred-year flood plain." It stipulates that no new facilities can be constructed in these flood plains, and existing facilities that have been vacated or repurposed cannot be re-licensed for use as correctional facilities, hospitals, or nursing homes. Additionally, any new additions to existing facilities in flood plains must have all access and functional components constructed above the designated flood plain level.

The bill applies to both counties and municipalities, overriding their zoning authority in this context. It is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and will apply to all construction permit applications submitted on or after that date. This legislation aims to enhance safety and mitigate risks associated with flooding for vulnerable facilities that serve the public.