Senate Bill 2167 amends various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated related to the statewide planning and policy council. The bill updates the language to ensure that the council advises both the department and the bureau of TennCare, reflecting a more integrated approach to healthcare policy. Specifically, it adds the director of long-term care services for the bureau of TennCare as a council member and mandates the appointment of a representative from TennCare's contracted managed care organizations.

Additionally, the bill modifies the responsibilities of the commissioner and the director of TennCare regarding appropriations and decision-making processes, emphasizing collaboration between the two entities. The changes aim to enhance the effectiveness of the council in overseeing the implementation of TennCare waivers and related programs, thereby improving healthcare services in Tennessee. The act will take effect upon becoming law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 52-5-601(a), 52-5-601, 52-5-601(b)(1), 52-5-602(a), 52-5-602, 52-5-602(c)