House Bill 301 aims to amend various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated related to housing, specifically focusing on the regulation of sober living homes. The bill introduces a new part to Title 7, Chapter 51, defining key terms such as "healthcare provider," "local government," "operator," and "sober living home." It establishes that a sober living home is an alcohol-free and drug-free residence for individuals recovering from substance abuse, where no formal treatment services are provided.

The bill empowers local governments to adopt ordinances or resolutions that impose specific requirements on sober living homes. These include mandates for the homes to be located at least 1,000 feet from K-12 educational facilities, preschools, or daycare centers, as well as regulations on their operation. Additionally, it requires operators to obtain a clinical referral from a licensed healthcare provider before allowing an individual to reside in a sober living home, confirming that such placement is medically necessary. The proposed regulations must also comply with the Fair Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act.