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 were previously licensed but have since been vacated cannot be re-licensed for the same purposes. 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, ensuring that the same restrictions are enforced regardless of local zoning authority. The effective date for these regulations is set for July 1, 2025, and they will apply to all construction permit applications submitted on or after that date. This legislation aims to enhance public safety and mitigate risks associated with flooding in areas where critical facilities are located.