Sunset Laws - As enacted, extends the statewide planning and policy council for the department of mental health and substance abuse services to June 30, 2029. - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 29 and Title 33, Chapter 1.

HB 261 extends the existence of Tennessee's statewide planning and policy council for the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services until June 30, 2029. The bill amends Tennessee Code Sections 4-29-246 and 4-29-250 to update references to this council, ensuring its continued operation. This change directly affects the mental health department by preventing the council from sunsetting (ending automatically) under previous law. The bill does not alter the council's responsibilities or funding, only its operational timeline. The extension was enacted as Public Chapter 13 in 2025.