Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-106 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-106
Notice of outsourcing of facilities management services - Facilities management status report
Status: in_force

(a) Not less than thirty (30) days before a department or agency of state government executes a state professional facilities management contract for services within a state legislative district that would result in the outsourcing of facilities management services to private, nonstate government entities, the respective department or agency shall notify each member of the general assembly representing such district of the contract. (b) In addition, on an annual basis, the department of general services shall provide a facilities management status report to the governor, speaker of the senate, and speaker of the house of representatives. The report shall include, but not be limited to, the following information: (1) The departments or agencies executing a state contract for professional facilities management; (2) The number of state employees impacted by such contract; (3) The estimated cost savings of such contract; and (4) The cost savings realized by any such contract in place for one (1) year or greater. Acts 2017, ch. 469, § 6.
(a) Not less than thirty (30) days before a department or agency of state government executes a state professional facilities management contract for services within a state legislative district that would result in the outsourcing of facilities management services to private, nonstate government entities, the respective department or agency shall notify each member of the general assembly representing such district of the contract.
(b) In addition, on an annual basis, the department of general services shall provide a facilities management status report to the governor, speaker of the senate, and speaker of the house of representatives. The report shall include, but not be limited to, the following information: (1) The departments or agencies executing a state contract for professional facilities management; (2) The number of state employees impacted by such contract; (3) The estimated cost savings of such contract; and (4) The cost savings realized by any such contract in place for one (1) year or greater.
(1) The departments or agencies executing a state contract for professional facilities management;
(2) The number of state employees impacted by such contract;
(3) The estimated cost savings of such contract; and
(4) The cost savings realized by any such contract in place for one (1) year or greater.
Acts 2017, ch. 469, § 6.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-10-104 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 10 / Section 4-10-104
Duties
Status: in_force

The commission shall: (1) Serve as a forum for the discussion and resolution of intergovernmental problems; (2) Engage in such activities and make such studies and investigations as are necessary or desirable in the accomplishment of the purposes set forth in § 4-10-101 ; (3) Consider, on its own initiative, ways and means of fostering better relations among local governments and state government; (4) Draft and disseminate legislative bills, constitutional amendments and model local ordinances necessary to implement recommendations of the commission; (5) Encourage, and where appropriate, coordinate studies relating to intergovernmental relations conducted by universities, state, local and federal agencies, and research and consulting organizations; (6) Review the recommendations of national commissions studying federal, state and local government relationships and problems and assess their possible application to this state; (7) Study issues relating to changing federalism, including federal devolution, block grants, preemptions, mandates, and the tenth amendment to the Constitution of the United States; (8) Study tax equivalent payments by municipally owned electric operations to the various taxing jurisdictions within the state; (9) Study the laws relating to the assessment and taxation of property; (10) Conduct an annual study of the fiscal capacity of local governments to fund education; and (11) Conduct an annual infrastructure study. Acts 1978, ch. 939, § 4; T.C.A., § 4-1004; Acts 1980, ch. 873, § 4; 1987, ch. 264, § 5; 1996, ch. 840, §5; 1997 , ch. 529, §§ 3- 5.
The commission shall:
(1) Serve as a forum for the discussion and resolution of intergovernmental problems;
(2) Engage in such activities and make such studies and investigations as are necessary or desirable in the accomplishment of the purposes set forth in § 4-10-101 ;
(3) Consider, on its own initiative, ways and means of fostering better relations among local governments and state government;
(4) Draft and disseminate legislative bills, constitutional amendments and model local ordinances necessary to implement recommendations of the commission;
(5) Encourage, and where appropriate, coordinate studies relating to intergovernmental relations conducted by universities, state, local and federal agencies, and research and consulting organizations;
(6) Review the recommendations of national commissions studying federal, state and local government relationships and problems and assess their possible application to this state;
(7) Study issues relating to changing federalism, including federal devolution, block grants, preemptions, mandates, and the tenth amendment to the Constitution of the United States;
(8) Study tax equivalent payments by municipally owned electric operations to the various taxing jurisdictions within the state;
(9) Study the laws relating to the assessment and taxation of property;
(10) Conduct an annual study of the fiscal capacity of local governments to fund education; and
(11) Conduct an annual infrastructure study.
Acts 1978, ch. 939, § 4; T.C.A., § 4-1004; Acts 1980, ch. 873, § 4; 1987, ch. 264, § 5; 1996, ch. 840, §5; 1997 , ch. 529, §§ 3- 5.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-2809 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-2809
Dissolution
Status: in_force

In the event a citizen support organization dissolves, then any funds remaining after dissolution shall be donated to Volunteer Tennessee and shall be deposited, as provided in Executive Order No. 42 of 2006, as determined by the governor, and applied for Volunteer Tennessee programs, services or facilities. Acts 2011, ch. 200, § 1.
In the event a citizen support organization dissolves, then any funds remaining after dissolution shall be donated to Volunteer Tennessee and shall be deposited, as provided in Executive Order No. 42 of 2006, as determined by the governor, and applied for Volunteer Tennessee programs, services or facilities.
Acts 2011, ch. 200, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-1-334 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 1 / Section 4-1-334
State symbol of remembrance to honor fallen military service members
Status: in_force

(a) The Honor and Remember Flag is designated as the official state symbol of remembrance and as the symbol of our state's concern and commitment to honoring and remembering the lives of all members of the United States armed forces who have lost their lives while serving, or as a result of service, and their families. (b) The design of the Honor and Remember Flag, created by Honor and Remember Inc., shall be of the following design: (1) The principal field of the flag shall be red to represent the blood shed by brave servicemembers who sacrificed their lives for freedom; (2) The white banner at the bottom of the flag to represent the purity of that sacrifice; (3) The center of the flag shall feature a gold star outlined in blue. The blue star-shaped border represents active service in military conflict and dates back to World War I. The gold star signifies the ultimate sacrifice of a warrior in active service who is not returning home and reflects the value of life given; (4) The folded flag element below the gold star highlights this nation's final tribute to a fallen servicemember and a family's sacrifice; and (5) The center of the gold star shall be filled by a flame, to symbolize the eternal spirit of the departed. Added by 2014 Tenn. Acts, ch. 539,s 1, eff. 3/17/2014.
(a) The Honor and Remember Flag is designated as the official state symbol of remembrance and as the symbol of our state's concern and commitment to honoring and remembering the lives of all members of the United States armed forces who have lost their lives while serving, or as a result of service, and their families.
(b) The design of the Honor and Remember Flag, created by Honor and Remember Inc., shall be of the following design: (1) The principal field of the flag shall be red to represent the blood shed by brave servicemembers who sacrificed their lives for freedom; (2) The white banner at the bottom of the flag to represent the purity of that sacrifice; (3) The center of the flag shall feature a gold star outlined in blue. The blue star-shaped border represents active service in military conflict and dates back to World War I. The gold star signifies the ultimate sacrifice of a warrior in active service who is not returning home and reflects the value of life given; (4) The folded flag element below the gold star highlights this nation's final tribute to a fallen servicemember and a family's sacrifice; and (5) The center of the gold star shall be filled by a flame, to symbolize the eternal spirit of the departed.
(1) The principal field of the flag shall be red to represent the blood shed by brave servicemembers who sacrificed their lives for freedom;
(2) The white banner at the bottom of the flag to represent the purity of that sacrifice;
(3) The center of the flag shall feature a gold star outlined in blue. The blue star-shaped border represents active service in military conflict and dates back to World War I. The gold star signifies the ultimate sacrifice of a warrior in active service who is not returning home and reflects the value of life given;
(4) The folded flag element below the gold star highlights this nation's final tribute to a fallen servicemember and a family's sacrifice; and
(5) The center of the gold star shall be filled by a flame, to symbolize the eternal spirit of the departed.
Added by 2014 Tenn. Acts, ch. 539,s 1, eff. 3/17/2014.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-1-414 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 1 / Section 4-1-414
Tennessee's Weekend of Prayer Over Students
Status: in_force

The governor shall designate the first weekend in August of each calendar year as "Tennessee's Weekend of Prayer Over Students" on which the people of this state may, in accordance with their own faith and consciences, turn to prayer, meditation, or otherwise give thanks for the students of this state as well as their teachers, administrators, and schools. Added by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 298,s 1, eff. 4/24/2015.
The governor shall designate the first weekend in August of each calendar year as "Tennessee's Weekend of Prayer Over Students" on which the people of this state may, in accordance with their own faith and consciences, turn to prayer, meditation, or otherwise give thanks for the students of this state as well as their teachers, administrators, and schools.
Added by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 298,s 1, eff. 4/24/2015.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-35-108 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 35 / Section 4-35-108
Notice of meetings - Open meetings - Exceptions
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b), all meetings of an audit committee created pursuant to this chapter shall abide by the notice requirements adhered to by the state governing board, council, commission, or equivalent body to which the audit committee is attached. (b) All meetings of an audit committee created pursuant to this chapter shall be subject to the open meetings provisions of title 8, chapter 44, except that the audit committee may hold confidential, nonpublic executive sessions to discuss: (1) Items deemed not subject to public inspection under §§ 10-7-503 and 10-7-504 , and all other matters designated as confidential or privileged under this code; (2) Litigation; (3) Audits or investigations; (4) Information protected by federal law; and (5) Matters involving information under § 4-35-107(a) , where the informant has requested anonymity. (c) No business, other than that described under subdivisions (b)(1)-(5), shall be considered during a confidential, nonpublic executive session by the audit committee. (d) For purposes of providing notice of a confidential, nonpublic executive session, the agenda must disclose the general nature of discussion as described under subdivisions (b)(1)-(5). (e) A meeting at which both subject matter open to the public and confidential subject matter will be discussed shall be conducted as follows: (1) All business relating to subject matter that is public in nature shall be conducted first; and (2) At the conclusion of the meeting relating to subject matter that is public in nature, the chair shall announce that the public portion of the meeting is adjourned and that the remainder of the meeting will concern matters that are confidential under subdivisions (b)(1)-(5). When everyone at the meeting who is not authorized to attend the confidential portion of the meeting has departed, the confidential portion of the meeting shall commence. (f) This chapter is not intended to prevent the full state governing board, commission, council, or equivalent body from going into confidential, nonpublic executive session for the purpose of further discussing those matters as described under subdivisions (b)(1)-(5). All portions of meetings of the full state governing board, commission, council, or equivalent body, where matters described under subdivisions (b)(1)-(5) will be discussed, shall be exempt from title 8, chapter 44; provided, that the full state governing board, commission, council or equivalent body shall abide by the notice requirements of subsections (c)-(e). Acts 2005, ch. 310, § 9.
(a) Except as provided in subsection (b), all meetings of an audit committee created pursuant to this chapter shall abide by the notice requirements adhered to by the state governing board, council, commission, or equivalent body to which the audit committee is attached.
(b) All meetings of an audit committee created pursuant to this chapter shall be subject to the open meetings provisions of title 8, chapter 44, except that the audit committee may hold confidential, nonpublic executive sessions to discuss: (1) Items deemed not subject to public inspection under §§ 10-7-503 and 10-7-504 , and all other matters designated as confidential or privileged under this code; (2) Litigation; (3) Audits or investigations; (4) Information protected by federal law; and (5) Matters involving information under § 4-35-107(a) , where the informant has requested anonymity.
(1) Items deemed not subject to public inspection under §§ 10-7-503 and 10-7-504 , and all other matters designated as confidential or privileged under this code;
(2) Litigation;
(3) Audits or investigations;
(4) Information protected by federal law; and
(5) Matters involving information under § 4-35-107(a) , where the informant has requested anonymity.
(c) No business, other than that described under subdivisions (b)(1)-(5), shall be considered during a confidential, nonpublic executive session by the audit committee.
(d) For purposes of providing notice of a confidential, nonpublic executive session, the agenda must disclose the general nature of discussion as described under subdivisions (b)(1)-(5).
(e) A meeting at which both subject matter open to the public and confidential subject matter will be discussed shall be conducted as follows: (1) All business relating to subject matter that is public in nature shall be conducted first; and (2) At the conclusion of the meeting relating to subject matter that is public in nature, the chair shall announce that the public portion of the meeting is adjourned and that the remainder of the meeting will concern matters that are confidential under subdivisions (b)(1)-(5). When everyone at the meeting who is not authorized to attend the confidential portion of the meeting has departed, the confidential portion of the meeting shall commence.
(1) All business relating to subject matter that is public in nature shall be conducted first; and
(2) At the conclusion of the meeting relating to subject matter that is public in nature, the chair shall announce that the public portion of the meeting is adjourned and that the remainder of the meeting will concern matters that are confidential under subdivisions (b)(1)-(5). When everyone at the meeting who is not authorized to attend the confidential portion of the meeting has departed, the confidential portion of the meeting shall commence.
(f) This chapter is not intended to prevent the full state governing board, commission, council, or equivalent body from going into confidential, nonpublic executive session for the purpose of further discussing those matters as described under subdivisions (b)(1)-(5). All portions of meetings of the full state governing board, commission, council, or equivalent body, where matters described under subdivisions (b)(1)-(5) will be discussed, shall be exempt from title 8, chapter 44; provided, that the full state governing board, commission, council or equivalent body shall abide by the notice requirements of subsections (c)-(e).
Acts 2005, ch. 310, § 9.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-51-117 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 51 / Section 4-51-117
Lottery retailer contract
Status: in_force

(a) No lottery retailer contract shall be transferable or assignable. (b) No lottery retailer shall contract with any person for lottery goods or services except with the approval of the board. (c) Lottery tickets and shares shall only be sold by the retailer stated on the lottery retailer certificate of authority. Acts 2003, ch. 297, § 2.
(a) No lottery retailer contract shall be transferable or assignable.
(b) No lottery retailer shall contract with any person for lottery goods or services except with the approval of the board.
(c) Lottery tickets and shares shall only be sold by the retailer stated on the lottery retailer certificate of authority.
Acts 2003, ch. 297, § 2.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-48-105 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 48 / Section 4-48-105
Chair
Status: in_force

The commission shall have a chair appointed by the governor for a three-year term. It shall meet upon the call of the chair or of a majority of the commission members. The presence of a majority of the authorized membership of the commission shall be required for the conduct of official business. Acts 1996, ch. 946, § 6.
The commission shall have a chair appointed by the governor for a three-year term. It shall meet upon the call of the chair or of a majority of the commission members. The presence of a majority of the authorized membership of the commission shall be required for the conduct of official business.
Acts 1996, ch. 946, § 6.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-5-229 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 5 / Section 4-5-229
Effective date of new fees or fee increases promulgated by state agency rule
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsections (b) and (c), any new fee or fee increase promulgated by state agency rule, in accordance with this chapter, shall take effect on July 1, following expiration of the ninety (90) days as provided in § 4-5-207 . (b) This section shall not apply to rules that implement new fees or fee increases that are promulgated as emergency rules pursuant to § 4-5-208(a) and to subsequent rules that make permanent such emergency rules, as amended during the rulemaking process. (c) This section shall not apply to state agencies that did not, during the preceding two (2) fiscal years, collect fees in an amount sufficient to pay the cost of operating the board, commission or entity in accordance with § 4-29-121(b) . Acts 2012, ch. 1067, § 1.
(a) Except as provided in subsections (b) and (c), any new fee or fee increase promulgated by state agency rule, in accordance with this chapter, shall take effect on July 1, following expiration of the ninety (90) days as provided in § 4-5-207 .
(b) This section shall not apply to rules that implement new fees or fee increases that are promulgated as emergency rules pursuant to § 4-5-208(a) and to subsequent rules that make permanent such emergency rules, as amended during the rulemaking process.
(c) This section shall not apply to state agencies that did not, during the preceding two (2) fiscal years, collect fees in an amount sufficient to pay the cost of operating the board, commission or entity in accordance with § 4-29-121(b) .
Acts 2012, ch. 1067, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-34-102 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 34 / Section 4-34-102
Eligibility for minority-based benefits
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, a Native American or an African-American is eligible to receive scholarships, grants or any other benefit afforded to minorities from the University of Tennessee system, the board of regents system, or any Tennessee school system. As used in this section, "Native American" means an individual recognized as Native American by a federally recognized tribe or a state. Acts 1994, ch. 972, §1; T.C.A. § 4-34-202.
Notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, a Native American or an African-American is eligible to receive scholarships, grants or any other benefit afforded to minorities from the University of Tennessee system, the board of regents system, or any Tennessee school system. As used in this section, "Native American" means an individual recognized as Native American by a federally recognized tribe or a state.
Acts 1994, ch. 972, §1; T.C.A. § 4-34-202.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-6-138 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 6 / Section 4-6-138
Use of inmates for personal gain
Status: in_force

It is unlawful for any person having supervision or control of inmates of the department of correction to use, or allow to be used, such inmates for personal gain or to allow such inmates to work on private property, except as provided by law. Acts 1953, ch. 180, § 1 (Williams, § 418.2); impl. am. Acts 1955, ch. 102, § 1; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-649.
It is unlawful for any person having supervision or control of inmates of the department of correction to use, or allow to be used, such inmates for personal gain or to allow such inmates to work on private property, except as provided by law.
Acts 1953, ch. 180, § 1 (Williams, § 418.2); impl. am. Acts 1955, ch. 102, § 1; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-649.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-41-107 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 41 / Section 4-41-107
[Effective until 7/1/2029] Transfer of revenue from account to corporation
Status: in_force

Beginning in the first full quarter of fiscal year 2015-2016 and in the first quarter of every subsequent fiscal year, the board shall transfer revenue from the account to the corporation to be allocated in the manner set forth in § 4-41-105(b) . Acts 2015, ch. 500, § 1; 2018, ch. 786, § 3.
Beginning in the first full quarter of fiscal year 2015-2016 and in the first quarter of every subsequent fiscal year, the board shall transfer revenue from the account to the corporation to be allocated in the manner set forth in § 4-41-105(b) .
Acts 2015, ch. 500, § 1; 2018, ch. 786, § 3.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-19-103 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 19 / Section 4-19-103
Accommodations for person taking examination for licensure
Status: in_force

(a) As used in this section: (1) "Agency" has the same meaning as defined in § 4-5-102 ; and (2) "License" has the same meaning as defined in § 4-5-102 . (b) An agency that requires a person applying for a license to engage in an occupation, trade, or profession in this state to take an examination shall ensure the provision of appropriate accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act ( 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.). (c) A state agency that administers a required examination for licensure shall promulgate rules to implement this section. The rules must: (1) Establish the eligibility criteria that a person must meet for an accommodation to be provided pursuant to this section; and (2) Be promulgated in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in chapter 5 of this title. (d) The requirements of this section do not apply to an examination mandated and administered pursuant to federal law. Added by 2019 Tenn. Acts, ch. 243,s 1, eff. 7/1/2020.
(a) As used in this section: (1) "Agency" has the same meaning as defined in § 4-5-102 ; and (2) "License" has the same meaning as defined in § 4-5-102 .
(1) "Agency" has the same meaning as defined in § 4-5-102 ; and
(2) "License" has the same meaning as defined in § 4-5-102 .
(b) An agency that requires a person applying for a license to engage in an occupation, trade, or profession in this state to take an examination shall ensure the provision of appropriate accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act ( 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.).
(c) A state agency that administers a required examination for licensure shall promulgate rules to implement this section. The rules must: (1) Establish the eligibility criteria that a person must meet for an accommodation to be provided pursuant to this section; and (2) Be promulgated in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in chapter 5 of this title.
(1) Establish the eligibility criteria that a person must meet for an accommodation to be provided pursuant to this section; and
(2) Be promulgated in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in chapter 5 of this title.
(d) The requirements of this section do not apply to an examination mandated and administered pursuant to federal law.
Added by 2019 Tenn. Acts, ch. 243,s 1, eff. 7/1/2020.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-31-812 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 31 / Section 4-31-812
Powers of the authority
Status: in_force

The authority has the right, in addition to all other rights, by mandamus or other suit, action or proceeding in any court of competent jurisdiction, to require the association and the board of directors and any proper officer, agent or employee of the association to carry out any agreements and to perform its and their duties under this part or under any rule or regulation of the authority adopted pursuant thereto. Acts 1995, ch. 240, § 1.
The authority has the right, in addition to all other rights, by mandamus or other suit, action or proceeding in any court of competent jurisdiction, to require the association and the board of directors and any proper officer, agent or employee of the association to carry out any agreements and to perform its and their duties under this part or under any rule or regulation of the authority adopted pursuant thereto.
Acts 1995, ch. 240, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-13-304 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 13 / Section 4-13-304
Trustees' tenure - Vacancies
Status: in_force

The trustees appointed as provided in § 4-13-301 shall each hold such trustee's office for four (4) years, and until such trustee's successor is appointed and qualified, and all vacancies by death, removal or expiration of term or otherwise, shall be filled by the governor upon recommendation of the Sam Davis Memorial Association as provided in § 4-13-301 . Acts 1931, ch. 92, § 4.
The trustees appointed as provided in § 4-13-301 shall each hold such trustee's office for four (4) years, and until such trustee's successor is appointed and qualified, and all vacancies by death, removal or expiration of term or otherwise, shall be filled by the governor upon recommendation of the Sam Davis Memorial Association as provided in § 4-13-301 .
Acts 1931, ch. 92, § 4.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-26-101 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 26 / Section 4-26-101
Establishment
Status: in_force

There is established within the department of economic and community development an office of business enterprise. Acts 1977, ch. 135, § 1; T.C.A., § 4-2601.
There is established within the department of economic and community development an office of business enterprise.
Acts 1977, ch. 135, § 1; T.C.A., § 4-2601.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-5403 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-5403
Creation and administration - Examination and audit
Status: in_force

(a) There is created a Tennessee sports hall of fame. (b) The board shall administer the hall of fame, pursuant to § 4-3-5404 . (c) The hall of fame is subject to examination and audit by the comptroller of the treasury in the same manner as prescribed for departments and agencies of the state pursuant to § 8-4-109 . Amended by 2020 Tenn. Acts, ch. 699, Secs.s2, s3 eff. 6/15/2020. Amended by 2019 Tenn. Acts, ch. 88, s 1, eff. 4/4/2019. Amended by 2018 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1056, Secs.s 1, s 2 eff. 5/21/2018. Amended by 2014 Tenn. Acts, ch. 685, s 1, eff. 4/15/2014. Acts 1994, ch. 738, § 4; 2001, ch. 142, §§ 1, 2; 2006, ch. 822, §§ 1, 2.
(a) There is created a Tennessee sports hall of fame.
(b) The board shall administer the hall of fame, pursuant to § 4-3-5404 .
(c) The hall of fame is subject to examination and audit by the comptroller of the treasury in the same manner as prescribed for departments and agencies of the state pursuant to § 8-4-109 .
Amended by 2020 Tenn. Acts, ch. 699, Secs.s2, s3 eff. 6/15/2020.
Amended by 2019 Tenn. Acts, ch. 88, s 1, eff. 4/4/2019.
Amended by 2018 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1056, Secs.s 1, s 2 eff. 5/21/2018.
Amended by 2014 Tenn. Acts, ch. 685, s 1, eff. 4/15/2014.
Acts 1994, ch. 738, § 4; 2001, ch. 142, §§ 1, 2; 2006, ch. 822, §§ 1, 2.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-20-104 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 20 / Section 4-20-104
Duties and objectives
Status: in_force

The duties and objectives of the commission are to: (1) Stimulate and encourage throughout the state the study and presentation of the performing, visual and literary arts and public interest and participation therein; (2) Encourage participation in, appreciation of, and education in the arts to meet the legitimate needs and aspirations of persons in all parts of the state; (3) Take such steps as may be necessary and appropriate to encourage public interest in the cultural heritage of our state, to expand the state's cultural resources and to promote the use of art in the state government's activities and facilities; and (4) Encourage excellence and assist freedom of artistic expression essential for the well-being of the arts. Acts 1967, ch. 2, § 4; T.C.A., § 4-2004.
The duties and objectives of the commission are to:
(1) Stimulate and encourage throughout the state the study and presentation of the performing, visual and literary arts and public interest and participation therein;
(2) Encourage participation in, appreciation of, and education in the arts to meet the legitimate needs and aspirations of persons in all parts of the state;
(3) Take such steps as may be necessary and appropriate to encourage public interest in the cultural heritage of our state, to expand the state's cultural resources and to promote the use of art in the state government's activities and facilities; and
(4) Encourage excellence and assist freedom of artistic expression essential for the well-being of the arts.
Acts 1967, ch. 2, § 4; T.C.A., § 4-2004.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-1702 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-1702
Commissioner
Status: in_force

The department of human resources shall be under the charge and general supervision of the commissioner of human resources. Acts 1937, ch. 33, §§ 1, 15; 1939, ch. 11, § 10; C. Supp. 1950, § 255.15; Acts 1959, ch. 9, § 2; 1961, ch. 97, § 2; modified; Acts 2007, ch. 60, § 3.
The department of human resources shall be under the charge and general supervision of the commissioner of human resources.
Acts 1937, ch. 33, §§ 1, 15; 1939, ch. 11, § 10; C. Supp. 1950, § 255.15; Acts 1959, ch. 9, § 2; 1961, ch. 97, § 2; modified; Acts 2007, ch. 60, § 3.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-55-105 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 55 / Section 4-55-105
Regulatory jurisdiction of members of the registry of election finance and of members of the ethics commission
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in this chapter specifically to the contrary, the members of the registry of election finance shall exercise regulatory jurisdiction over matters relating exclusively to the registry pursuant to title 2, chapter 10, free from interference by members of the ethics commission. (b) Except as provided in this chapter specifically to the contrary, the members of the ethics commission shall exercise regulatory jurisdiction over matters relating exclusively to the ethics commission pursuant to title 2, chapter 10, part 1; title 3, chapter 6; title 8, chapter 17; and title 8, chapter 50, part 5, free from interference by members of the registry of election finance. Acts 2009, ch. 556, § 1.
(a) Except as provided in this chapter specifically to the contrary, the members of the registry of election finance shall exercise regulatory jurisdiction over matters relating exclusively to the registry pursuant to title 2, chapter 10, free from interference by members of the ethics commission.
(b) Except as provided in this chapter specifically to the contrary, the members of the ethics commission shall exercise regulatory jurisdiction over matters relating exclusively to the ethics commission pursuant to title 2, chapter 10, part 1; title 3, chapter 6; title 8, chapter 17; and title 8, chapter 50, part 5, free from interference by members of the registry of election finance.
Acts 2009, ch. 556, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-5-216 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 5 / Section 4-5-216
Invalidity of improperly adopted rules
Status: in_force

Any agency rule not adopted in compliance with this chapter shall be void and of no effect and shall not be effective against any person or party nor shall it be invoked by the agency for any purpose. Acts 1982, ch. 874, § 25.
Any agency rule not adopted in compliance with this chapter shall be void and of no effect and shall not be effective against any person or party nor shall it be invoked by the agency for any purpose.
Acts 1982, ch. 874, § 25.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-5-227 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 5 / Section 4-5-227
Designation of date for automatic termination of rule
Status: in_force

Upon filing a rule with the secretary of state, an agency may designate a date on which the effectiveness of such rule will automatically terminate. Such a designation shall be made either within the substantive language of the rule or on a form provided for such purpose by the secretary of state and shall result, at the appropriate time, in the repeal and removal of such rule from the Official Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Tennessee, published by the secretary of state, without any further rulemaking activity by the agency. Any rule that automatically expires under § 4-5-226 , shall so expire pursuant to that section, notwithstanding the fact that the rulemaking agency may have designated a later date for the automatic termination of such rule under this section. This section shall not apply to emergency rules. Acts 1986, ch. 738, § 5; 1997, ch. 162, § 1; T.C.A., § 4-5-226 ; Acts 2009, ch. 566, § 20.
Upon filing a rule with the secretary of state, an agency may designate a date on which the effectiveness of such rule will automatically terminate. Such a designation shall be made either within the substantive language of the rule or on a form provided for such purpose by the secretary of state and shall result, at the appropriate time, in the repeal and removal of such rule from the Official Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Tennessee, published by the secretary of state, without any further rulemaking activity by the agency. Any rule that automatically expires under § 4-5-226 , shall so expire pursuant to that section, notwithstanding the fact that the rulemaking agency may have designated a later date for the automatic termination of such rule under this section. This section shall not apply to emergency rules.
Acts 1986, ch. 738, § 5; 1997, ch. 162, § 1; T.C.A., § 4-5-226 ; Acts 2009, ch. 566, § 20.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-4-103 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-4-103
Department regulations
Status: in_force

The commissioner of each department is empowered to prescribe regulations, not inconsistent with the law, for the government of the commissioner's department, the conduct of its employees, the distribution and performance of its business, and the custody, use and preservation of the records, papers, books, documents and property pertaining thereto. Acts 1937, ch. 33, § 10; 1939, ch. 11, § 6; C. Supp. 1950, §255.10; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-403.
The commissioner of each department is empowered to prescribe regulations, not inconsistent with the law, for the government of the commissioner's department, the conduct of its employees, the distribution and performance of its business, and the custody, use and preservation of the records, papers, books, documents and property pertaining thereto.
Acts 1937, ch. 33, § 10; 1939, ch. 11, § 6; C. Supp. 1950, §255.10; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-403.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-24-203 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 24 / Section 4-24-203
Funding
Status: in_force

Funds made available under this part to units of government shall be received and expended as follows: (1) Funds shall be used only as a cash salary bonus supplement to firefighters; (2) Each firefighter shall be entitled to receive the educational incentive that such firefighter's qualifications brought to such unit; (3) Funds provided shall not be used to supplant existing salaries or as substitutes for normal salary increases periodically due to firefighters; and (4) In accordance with rules and regulations of the commission. Acts 1975, ch. 268, § 4; T.C.A., § 4-2413; Acts 2004, ch. 427, § 6.
Funds made available under this part to units of government shall be received and expended as follows:
(1) Funds shall be used only as a cash salary bonus supplement to firefighters;
(2) Each firefighter shall be entitled to receive the educational incentive that such firefighter's qualifications brought to such unit;
(3) Funds provided shall not be used to supplant existing salaries or as substitutes for normal salary increases periodically due to firefighters; and
(4) In accordance with rules and regulations of the commission.
Acts 1975, ch. 268, § 4; T.C.A., § 4-2413; Acts 2004, ch. 427, § 6.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-5-403 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 5 / Section 4-5-403
Preparation of economic impact statement
Status: in_force

As part of the rulemaking process for any rule being proposed that may have an impact on small businesses, each agency shall prepare an economic impact statement as an addendum for each rule that is deemed to affect small businesses, which shall be published in the Tennessee administrative register, filed with the secretary of state and made available to all interested parties, including the secretary of state, attorney general and reporter and the government operations committees of the senate and the house of representatives, and as described for rules in part 2 of this chapter. The secretary of state may require the online submission of economic impact statements filed pursuant to this part. The statement shall include the following: (1) The type or types of small business and an identification and estimate of the number of small businesses subject to the rule being proposed that would bear the cost of, or directly benefit from the rule being proposed; (2) The projected reporting, recordkeeping and other administrative costs required for compliance with the rule being proposed, including the type of professional skills necessary for preparation of the report or record; (3) A statement of the probable effect on impacted small businesses and consumers; (4) A description of any less burdensome, less intrusive or less costly alternative methods of achieving the purpose and objectives of the rule being proposed that may exist, and to what extent the alternative means might be less burdensome to small business; (5) A comparison of the rule being proposed with any federal or state counterparts; and (6) Analysis of the effect of the possible exemption of small businesses from all or any part of the requirements contained in the rule being proposed. Amended by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 531, s 14, eff. 7/1/2021. Amended by 2016 Tenn. Acts, ch. 576, s 8, eff. 7/1/2016. Acts 2007 , ch. 464, § 5.
As part of the rulemaking process for any rule being proposed that may have an impact on small businesses, each agency shall prepare an economic impact statement as an addendum for each rule that is deemed to affect small businesses, which shall be published in the Tennessee administrative register, filed with the secretary of state and made available to all interested parties, including the secretary of state, attorney general and reporter and the government operations committees of the senate and the house of representatives, and as described for rules in part 2 of this chapter. The secretary of state may require the online submission of economic impact statements filed pursuant to this part. The statement shall include the following:
(1) The type or types of small business and an identification and estimate of the number of small businesses subject to the rule being proposed that would bear the cost of, or directly benefit from the rule being proposed;
(2) The projected reporting, recordkeeping and other administrative costs required for compliance with the rule being proposed, including the type of professional skills necessary for preparation of the report or record;
(3) A statement of the probable effect on impacted small businesses and consumers;
(4) A description of any less burdensome, less intrusive or less costly alternative methods of achieving the purpose and objectives of the rule being proposed that may exist, and to what extent the alternative means might be less burdensome to small business;
(5) A comparison of the rule being proposed with any federal or state counterparts; and
(6) Analysis of the effect of the possible exemption of small businesses from all or any part of the requirements contained in the rule being proposed.
Amended by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 531, s 14, eff. 7/1/2021.
Amended by 2016 Tenn. Acts, ch. 576, s 8, eff. 7/1/2016.
Acts 2007 , ch. 464, § 5.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-11-102 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 11 / Section 4-11-102
Commission - Creation - Membership
Status: in_force

(a) The entire membership of the Tennessee historical commission as comprised on June 30, 2024, is vacated on July 1, 2024, and new members are appointed in accordance with subsection (b). To ensure the continuity of the commission, new members must be appointed between July 1, 2024, and August 31, 2024. (b) There is created the Tennessee historical commission, which is composed of twenty (20) members as follows: (1) One (1) person appointed from each of the three (3) grand divisions of the state and two (2) at-large members, appointed by the speaker of the senate; (2) One (1) person appointed from each of the three (3) grand divisions of the state and two (2) at-large members, appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives; (3) One (1) person appointed from each of the three (3) grand divisions of the state and two (2) at-large members, appointed by the governor; and (4) Five (5) ex officio non-voting members, including the: (A) Governor or the governor's designee; (B) State historian; (C) State archaeologist; (D) Commissioner of environment and conservation or the commissioner's designee; and (E) State librarian and archivist. (c) The commission shall appoint an executive director, who serves at the pleasure of the commission and who must be a person qualified by training and experience to perform the duties assigned to the director, including as keeper of the Tennessee register of historic places under § 4-11-207 . The executive director serving as of June 30, 2024, shall remain in the position until the commission, in its discretion, appoints a replacement. (d) In order to stagger the terms of the newly appointed commission members, initial appointments are made as follows: (1) The persons appointed as at-large members under subdivisions (b)(1)-(3) serve an initial term of one (1) year, which expires on June 30, 2025; (2) The persons appointed from the eastern grand division under subdivision (b)(1), the middle grand division under subdivision (b)(2), and the western grand division under subdivision (b)(3) serve an initial term of two (2) years, which expires on June 30, 2026; (3) The persons appointed from the middle grand division under subdivision (b)(1), the western grand division under subdivision (b)(2), and the eastern grand division under subdivision (b)(3) serve an initial term of three (3) years, which expires on June 30, 2027; and (4) The persons appointed from the western grand division under subdivision (b)(1), the eastern grand division under subdivision (b)(2), and the middle grand division under subdivision (b)(3) serve an initial term of four (4) years, which expires on June 30, 2028. (e) (1) In making appointments to the commission, the appointing authorities shall strive to ensure that at least one (1) person serving on the commission is sixty (60) years of age or older and that at least one (1) person serving on the commission is a member of a racial minority. In making the appointments, there must be a conscientious effort by the appointing authorities to ensure that persons meeting these criteria are inclusive of African Americans and of Native American ancestry. (2) The appointing authorities shall ensure that at least three (3) persons serving on the commission have an academic background in history or historic preservation, or both, preferably a master's degree. (f) Upon the expiration of the initial terms set forth in subsection (d), or if a member of the commission dies or resigns from the commission, then the appointing authority who appointed the member to the commission shall appoint a new member to fill the vacancy and serve for a period of five (5) years from the date of appointment. If, upon the expiration of a member's term an appointing authority does not act to renew the member's appointment or make a new appointment, the member will continue to serve until such time as an appointment is made. (g) All members of the commission may be paid necessary expenses while engaged in the work of the commission. All reimbursement for travel expenses must be in accordance with the comprehensive travel regulations as promulgated by the department of finance and administration and approved by the attorney general and reporter. Amended by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 764,s 1, eff. 6/30/2024. Amended by 2014 Tenn. Acts, ch. 624, s 1, eff. 7/1/2014. Acts 1969, ch. 98, § 1; modified; T.C.A., § 4-1110; Acts 1971, ch. 227, § 1; 1971, ch. 349, § 2; 1973, ch. 19, § 2; 1976, ch. 399, § 1; 1976, ch. 806, § 1(25); 1977, ch. 8, § 2; T.C.A., § 4-1102; Acts 1988, ch. 1013, § 4; 1998, ch. 1064, § 1.
(a) The entire membership of the Tennessee historical commission as comprised on June 30, 2024, is vacated on July 1, 2024, and new members are appointed in accordance with subsection (b). To ensure the continuity of the commission, new members must be appointed between July 1, 2024, and August 31, 2024.
(b) There is created the Tennessee historical commission, which is composed of twenty (20) members as follows: (1) One (1) person appointed from each of the three (3) grand divisions of the state and two (2) at-large members, appointed by the speaker of the senate; (2) One (1) person appointed from each of the three (3) grand divisions of the state and two (2) at-large members, appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives; (3) One (1) person appointed from each of the three (3) grand divisions of the state and two (2) at-large members, appointed by the governor; and (4) Five (5) ex officio non-voting members, including the: (A) Governor or the governor's designee; (B) State historian; (C) State archaeologist; (D) Commissioner of environment and conservation or the commissioner's designee; and (E) State librarian and archivist.
(1) One (1) person appointed from each of the three (3) grand divisions of the state and two (2) at-large members, appointed by the speaker of the senate;
(2) One (1) person appointed from each of the three (3) grand divisions of the state and two (2) at-large members, appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives;
(3) One (1) person appointed from each of the three (3) grand divisions of the state and two (2) at-large members, appointed by the governor; and
(4) Five (5) ex officio non-voting members, including the: (A) Governor or the governor's designee; (B) State historian; (C) State archaeologist; (D) Commissioner of environment and conservation or the commissioner's designee; and (E) State librarian and archivist.
(A) Governor or the governor's designee;
(B) State historian;
(C) State archaeologist;
(D) Commissioner of environment and conservation or the commissioner's designee; and
(E) State librarian and archivist.
(c) The commission shall appoint an executive director, who serves at the pleasure of the commission and who must be a person qualified by training and experience to perform the duties assigned to the director, including as keeper of the Tennessee register of historic places under § 4-11-207 . The executive director serving as of June 30, 2024, shall remain in the position until the commission, in its discretion, appoints a replacement.
(d) In order to stagger the terms of the newly appointed commission members, initial appointments are made as follows: (1) The persons appointed as at-large members under subdivisions (b)(1)-(3) serve an initial term of one (1) year, which expires on June 30, 2025; (2) The persons appointed from the eastern grand division under subdivision (b)(1), the middle grand division under subdivision (b)(2), and the western grand division under subdivision (b)(3) serve an initial term of two (2) years, which expires on June 30, 2026; (3) The persons appointed from the middle grand division under subdivision (b)(1), the western grand division under subdivision (b)(2), and the eastern grand division under subdivision (b)(3) serve an initial term of three (3) years, which expires on June 30, 2027; and (4) The persons appointed from the western grand division under subdivision (b)(1), the eastern grand division under subdivision (b)(2), and the middle grand division under subdivision (b)(3) serve an initial term of four (4) years, which expires on June 30, 2028.
(1) The persons appointed as at-large members under subdivisions (b)(1)-(3) serve an initial term of one (1) year, which expires on June 30, 2025;
(2) The persons appointed from the eastern grand division under subdivision (b)(1), the middle grand division under subdivision (b)(2), and the western grand division under subdivision (b)(3) serve an initial term of two (2) years, which expires on June 30, 2026;
(3) The persons appointed from the middle grand division under subdivision (b)(1), the western grand division under subdivision (b)(2), and the eastern grand division under subdivision (b)(3) serve an initial term of three (3) years, which expires on June 30, 2027; and
(4) The persons appointed from the western grand division under subdivision (b)(1), the eastern grand division under subdivision (b)(2), and the middle grand division under subdivision (b)(3) serve an initial term of four (4) years, which expires on June 30, 2028.
(e) (1) In making appointments to the commission, the appointing authorities shall strive to ensure that at least one (1) person serving on the commission is sixty (60) years of age or older and that at least one (1) person serving on the commission is a member of a racial minority. In making the appointments, there must be a conscientious effort by the appointing authorities to ensure that persons meeting these criteria are inclusive of African Americans and of Native American ancestry. (2) The appointing authorities shall ensure that at least three (3) persons serving on the commission have an academic background in history or historic preservation, or both, preferably a master's degree.
(1) In making appointments to the commission, the appointing authorities shall strive to ensure that at least one (1) person serving on the commission is sixty (60) years of age or older and that at least one (1) person serving on the commission is a member of a racial minority. In making the appointments, there must be a conscientious effort by the appointing authorities to ensure that persons meeting these criteria are inclusive of African Americans and of Native American ancestry.
(2) The appointing authorities shall ensure that at least three (3) persons serving on the commission have an academic background in history or historic preservation, or both, preferably a master's degree.
(f) Upon the expiration of the initial terms set forth in subsection (d), or if a member of the commission dies or resigns from the commission, then the appointing authority who appointed the member to the commission shall appoint a new member to fill the vacancy and serve for a period of five (5) years from the date of appointment. If, upon the expiration of a member's term an appointing authority does not act to renew the member's appointment or make a new appointment, the member will continue to serve until such time as an appointment is made.
(g) All members of the commission may be paid necessary expenses while engaged in the work of the commission. All reimbursement for travel expenses must be in accordance with the comprehensive travel regulations as promulgated by the department of finance and administration and approved by the attorney general and reporter.
Amended by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 764,s 1, eff. 6/30/2024.
Amended by 2014 Tenn. Acts, ch. 624, s 1, eff. 7/1/2014.
Acts 1969, ch. 98, § 1; modified; T.C.A., § 4-1110; Acts 1971, ch. 227, § 1; 1971, ch. 349, § 2; 1973, ch. 19, § 2; 1976, ch. 399, § 1; 1976, ch. 806, § 1(25); 1977, ch. 8, § 2; T.C.A., § 4-1102; Acts 1988, ch. 1013, § 4; 1998, ch. 1064, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-31-115 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 31 / Section 4-31-115
Powers supplemental - Construction
Status: in_force

(a) The powers conferred by this chapter shall be in addition to the powers conferred by other laws, and the limitations imposed by this chapter shall not affect the powers conferred by any other law, general or special, and, except as provided herein, bonds and notes may be issued hereunder notwithstanding any other such law and without regard to the procedure required by any other such law. (b) Insofar as this chapter is inconsistent with any other law, general or special, this chapter shall be controlling. (c) This chapter shall be liberally construed to effect the purposes hereof. Acts 1978, ch. 785, § 16; T.C.A., § 4-3115.
(a) The powers conferred by this chapter shall be in addition to the powers conferred by other laws, and the limitations imposed by this chapter shall not affect the powers conferred by any other law, general or special, and, except as provided herein, bonds and notes may be issued hereunder notwithstanding any other such law and without regard to the procedure required by any other such law.
(b) Insofar as this chapter is inconsistent with any other law, general or special, this chapter shall be controlling.
(c) This chapter shall be liberally construed to effect the purposes hereof.
Acts 1978, ch. 785, § 16; T.C.A., § 4-3115.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-2504 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-2504
Youth programs - Department's activity restricted
Status: in_force

The department of veterans services is prohibited from developing, coordinating, administering, supervising or in any way assisting in the implementation or operation of the Tennessee Tomorrow Program or any other youth-in-public-service program. No funds that may be appropriated, transferred or otherwise made available to the department shall be expended or in any way utilized by the department on behalf of such programs. Acts 1981, ch. 45, § 2.
The department of veterans services is prohibited from developing, coordinating, administering, supervising or in any way assisting in the implementation or operation of the Tennessee Tomorrow Program or any other youth-in-public-service program. No funds that may be appropriated, transferred or otherwise made available to the department shall be expended or in any way utilized by the department on behalf of such programs.
Acts 1981, ch. 45, § 2.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-8-402 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 8 / Section 4-8-402
Composition of commission
Status: in_force

(a) The commission shall be composed of nine (9) citizen members: five (5) members to be appointed by the governor, two (2) members to be appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives, and two (2) members to be appointed by the speaker of the senate. The governor shall designate one (1) member to serve as chair of the commission. Vacancies shall be filled by the original appointing authority. Members of the commission shall not receive travel expenses or compensation for their service; however, members of the commission may receive compensation or reimbursement for travel expenses from private sources. (b) Of the members appointed to the commission: (1) One (1) shall be a member of a Tennessee historical society or organization; (2) One (1) shall be an employee or director of a public museum with experience relative to commissioned projects; (3) One (1) shall have experience in fundraising for historical, artistic, or educational organizations or projects; and (4) One (1) shall be a resident of the eastern grand division from an area of David Crockett's birthplace or where he enjoyed his early childhood who is a member of a group that studies or celebrates David Crockett on an ongoing basis. Acts 2012, ch. 1064, § 2.
(a) The commission shall be composed of nine (9) citizen members: five (5) members to be appointed by the governor, two (2) members to be appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives, and two (2) members to be appointed by the speaker of the senate. The governor shall designate one (1) member to serve as chair of the commission. Vacancies shall be filled by the original appointing authority. Members of the commission shall not receive travel expenses or compensation for their service; however, members of the commission may receive compensation or reimbursement for travel expenses from private sources.
(b) Of the members appointed to the commission: (1) One (1) shall be a member of a Tennessee historical society or organization; (2) One (1) shall be an employee or director of a public museum with experience relative to commissioned projects; (3) One (1) shall have experience in fundraising for historical, artistic, or educational organizations or projects; and (4) One (1) shall be a resident of the eastern grand division from an area of David Crockett's birthplace or where he enjoyed his early childhood who is a member of a group that studies or celebrates David Crockett on an ongoing basis.
(1) One (1) shall be a member of a Tennessee historical society or organization;
(2) One (1) shall be an employee or director of a public museum with experience relative to commissioned projects;
(3) One (1) shall have experience in fundraising for historical, artistic, or educational organizations or projects; and
(4) One (1) shall be a resident of the eastern grand division from an area of David Crockett's birthplace or where he enjoyed his early childhood who is a member of a group that studies or celebrates David Crockett on an ongoing basis.
Acts 2012, ch. 1064, § 2.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-5-316 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 5 / Section 4-5-316
Stay
Status: in_force

A party may submit to the agency a petition for stay of effectiveness of an initial or final order within seven (7) days after its entry unless otherwise provided by statute or stated in the initial or final order. The agency may take action on the petition for stay, either before or after the effective date of the initial or final order. Acts 1982, ch. 874, § 56.
A party may submit to the agency a petition for stay of effectiveness of an initial or final order within seven (7) days after its entry unless otherwise provided by statute or stated in the initial or final order. The agency may take action on the petition for stay, either before or after the effective date of the initial or final order.
Acts 1982, ch. 874, § 56.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-16-102 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 16 / Section 4-16-102
[Repealed]
Status: repealed

Repealed by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 194, s 7, eff. 4/22/2021. Acts 1963, ch. 205, § 3; T.C.A., § 4-1603.
Repealed by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 194, s 7, eff. 4/22/2021.
Acts 1963, ch. 205, § 3; T.C.A., § 4-1603.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-1101 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-1101
Creation
Status: in_force

There is hereby created the department of general services. Acts 1923, ch. 7, § 24; Shan. Supp., § 373a62; Code 1932, § 286; Acts 1933, ch. 92, § 1(12); 1937, ch. 33, §§ 15, 31; 1939, ch. 11, §§ 10, 16; C. Supp. 1950, § 255.15; Acts 1953, ch. 163, § 1; 1959, ch. 9, § 5; 1961, ch. 97, §§ 1, 5; 1972, ch. 543, §§ 3, 7; modified.
There is hereby created the department of general services.
Acts 1923, ch. 7, § 24; Shan. Supp., § 373a62; Code 1932, § 286; Acts 1933, ch. 92, § 1(12); 1937, ch. 33, §§ 15, 31; 1939, ch. 11, §§ 10, 16; C. Supp. 1950, § 255.15; Acts 1953, ch. 163, § 1; 1959, ch. 9, § 5; 1961, ch. 97, §§ 1, 5; 1972, ch. 543, §§ 3, 7; modified.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-12-107 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 12 / Section 4-12-107
Future reorganization permitted
Status: in_force

Nothing in this chapter shall prohibit a future reorganization that may be enacted to bring together all or any of the cultural activities of the state, including the historical commission, within a single department or division. Acts 1971, ch. 388, § 7; T.C.A., § 4-1207.
Nothing in this chapter shall prohibit a future reorganization that may be enacted to bring together all or any of the cultural activities of the state, including the historical commission, within a single department or division.
Acts 1971, ch. 388, § 7; T.C.A., § 4-1207.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-5102 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-5102
Chair and vice chair
Status: in_force

(a) The governor shall be chair of the board. (b) At the meeting of the board on the second Monday in August of each year, the board shall elect one (1) of its members to serve as vice chair for one (1) year who shall preside at all meetings in the absence of the governor. Acts 1937, ch. 33, § 52; C. Supp. 1950, § 255.52 (Williams, § 255.55); Acts 1957, ch. 228, § 1; 1974, ch. 771, § 2; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-307.
(a) The governor shall be chair of the board.
(b) At the meeting of the board on the second Monday in August of each year, the board shall elect one (1) of its members to serve as vice chair for one (1) year who shall preside at all meetings in the absence of the governor.
Acts 1937, ch. 33, § 52; C. Supp. 1950, § 255.52 (Williams, § 255.55); Acts 1957, ch. 228, § 1; 1974, ch. 771, § 2; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-307.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-6-116 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 6 / Section 4-6-116
Accounts - Auditing - Reports
Status: in_force

(a) The commissioner of correction shall keep in the commissioner's office a proper and complete set of books and accounts with each penitentiary named in § 4-6-102 , which shall clearly show the nature and amount of every expenditure authorized and made at such penitentiary, the receipts from the expenditure, and contain an account of all appropriations made by the general assembly and of all other funds with the disposition thereof. (b) The department of finance and administration shall prescribe the form of vouchers, records and methods of keeping accounts at each of the penitentiaries, which shall be as nearly uniform as possible. (c) (1) The commissioner has the right and power to examine the records of each penitentiary at any time, and has the power to authorize its bookkeeper, accountant, or any other employee to examine and check the records, accounts and vouchers, or take an inventory of the property of any penitentiary, or to do whatever may be necessary, and to pay the actual and reasonable expenses incurred in such service upon an itemized account thereof being filed and approved. (2) It is the duty of the commissioner to cause to be examined and audited the books of the different penitentiaries under the commissioner's supervision at least once in each year, and as often as may be necessary. (3) It is the duty of the comptroller of the treasury to make such expert examinations when called upon to do so by the commissioner. (4) The officers of such penitentiaries must permit such examinations and auditing and must, upon demand, produce all books, contracts and papers in their respective offices, without unnecessary delay, and must furnish, upon demand, the information touching the books, papers, and contracts and other matter pertaining to their respective offices. (5) When the examinations are made, reports thereof shall be made in duplicate, one (1) copy of which shall be filed with the governor, and the other with the commissioner of finance and administration. Acts 1919, ch. 39, § 19; impl. am. Acts 1923, ch. 7, §§ 1, 2, 42; Shan. Supp., § 312b25; Code 1932, § 394; impl. am. Acts 1937, ch. 33, §§ 5, 24; C. Supp. 1950, § 394; impl. am. Acts 1959, ch. 9, § 3; impl. am. Acts 1961, ch. 97, § 3; modified; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-627.
(a) The commissioner of correction shall keep in the commissioner's office a proper and complete set of books and accounts with each penitentiary named in § 4-6-102 , which shall clearly show the nature and amount of every expenditure authorized and made at such penitentiary, the receipts from the expenditure, and contain an account of all appropriations made by the general assembly and of all other funds with the disposition thereof.
(b) The department of finance and administration shall prescribe the form of vouchers, records and methods of keeping accounts at each of the penitentiaries, which shall be as nearly uniform as possible.
(c) (1) The commissioner has the right and power to examine the records of each penitentiary at any time, and has the power to authorize its bookkeeper, accountant, or any other employee to examine and check the records, accounts and vouchers, or take an inventory of the property of any penitentiary, or to do whatever may be necessary, and to pay the actual and reasonable expenses incurred in such service upon an itemized account thereof being filed and approved. (2) It is the duty of the commissioner to cause to be examined and audited the books of the different penitentiaries under the commissioner's supervision at least once in each year, and as often as may be necessary. (3) It is the duty of the comptroller of the treasury to make such expert examinations when called upon to do so by the commissioner. (4) The officers of such penitentiaries must permit such examinations and auditing and must, upon demand, produce all books, contracts and papers in their respective offices, without unnecessary delay, and must furnish, upon demand, the information touching the books, papers, and contracts and other matter pertaining to their respective offices. (5) When the examinations are made, reports thereof shall be made in duplicate, one (1) copy of which shall be filed with the governor, and the other with the commissioner of finance and administration.
(1) The commissioner has the right and power to examine the records of each penitentiary at any time, and has the power to authorize its bookkeeper, accountant, or any other employee to examine and check the records, accounts and vouchers, or take an inventory of the property of any penitentiary, or to do whatever may be necessary, and to pay the actual and reasonable expenses incurred in such service upon an itemized account thereof being filed and approved.
(2) It is the duty of the commissioner to cause to be examined and audited the books of the different penitentiaries under the commissioner's supervision at least once in each year, and as often as may be necessary.
(3) It is the duty of the comptroller of the treasury to make such expert examinations when called upon to do so by the commissioner.
(4) The officers of such penitentiaries must permit such examinations and auditing and must, upon demand, produce all books, contracts and papers in their respective offices, without unnecessary delay, and must furnish, upon demand, the information touching the books, papers, and contracts and other matter pertaining to their respective offices.
(5) When the examinations are made, reports thereof shall be made in duplicate, one (1) copy of which shall be filed with the governor, and the other with the commissioner of finance and administration.
Acts 1919, ch. 39, § 19; impl. am. Acts 1923, ch. 7, §§ 1, 2, 42; Shan. Supp., § 312b25; Code 1932, § 394; impl. am. Acts 1937, ch. 33, §§ 5, 24; C. Supp. 1950, § 394; impl. am. Acts 1959, ch. 9, § 3; impl. am. Acts 1961, ch. 97, § 3; modified; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-627.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-2805 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-2805
Use of property and facilities of the Volunteer Tennessee program
Status: in_force

If the commissioner enters into an agreement with a citizen support organization, the commissioner may authorize such organization limited use, under such conditions as the commissioner may prescribe, of property or facilities of the Volunteer Tennessee program to carry out its specific support activities. Acts 2011, ch. 200, § 1.
If the commissioner enters into an agreement with a citizen support organization, the commissioner may authorize such organization limited use, under such conditions as the commissioner may prescribe, of property or facilities of the Volunteer Tennessee program to carry out its specific support activities.
Acts 2011, ch. 200, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-608 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-608
Local jails - Approval of construction plans
Status: in_force

All plans for new jails shall, before the adoption of the same by the county or city authorities, be submitted to the commissioner for suggestions and criticism. Acts 1895, ch. 193, § 2; Shan., § 2674; impl. am. Acts 1923, ch. 7, §§ 1, 2, 42; Code 1932, § 4571; impl. am. Acts 1947, ch. 13, § 3; impl. am. Acts 1955, ch. 102, § 1; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-626.
All plans for new jails shall, before the adoption of the same by the county or city authorities, be submitted to the commissioner for suggestions and criticism.
Acts 1895, ch. 193, § 2; Shan., § 2674; impl. am. Acts 1923, ch. 7, §§ 1, 2, 42; Code 1932, § 4571; impl. am. Acts 1947, ch. 13, § 3; impl. am. Acts 1955, ch. 102, § 1; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-626.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-31-201 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 31 / Section 4-31-201
Short title
Status: in_force

This part shall be known and may be cited as the "Tennessee Agricultural Development Act." Acts 1981, ch. 394, § 1.
This part shall be known and may be cited as the "Tennessee Agricultural Development Act."
Acts 1981, ch. 394, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-6-114 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 6 / Section 4-6-114
Architects and construction supervisors
Status: in_force

The commissioner vested with the administration of the institutions named in § 4-6-102 may employ an architect or architects skilled in methods of sanitation and the preparations of plans, specifications, estimates and details for buildings, betterments and such items of equipment as may be required in any of those institutions, and also employ such mechanical engineers, superintendents and supervisors as the commissioner may deem necessary, and fix their titles and compensations, which, with all necessary expenses, when itemized and approved, shall be paid like other expenses of the department. Acts 1919, ch. 39, § 16; impl. am. Acts 1923, ch. 7, §§ 1, 2, 42; Shan. Supp., § 312b22; Code 1932, § 391; modified; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-624.
The commissioner vested with the administration of the institutions named in § 4-6-102 may employ an architect or architects skilled in methods of sanitation and the preparations of plans, specifications, estimates and details for buildings, betterments and such items of equipment as may be required in any of those institutions, and also employ such mechanical engineers, superintendents and supervisors as the commissioner may deem necessary, and fix their titles and compensations, which, with all necessary expenses, when itemized and approved, shall be paid like other expenses of the department.
Acts 1919, ch. 39, § 16; impl. am. Acts 1923, ch. 7, §§ 1, 2, 42; Shan. Supp., § 312b22; Code 1932, § 391; modified; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-624.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-21-1002 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 21 / Section 4-21-1002
Legislative intent and findings
Status: in_force

(a) It is the intent of the general assembly to provide protection for individuals who make good faith reports of wrongdoing to appropriate governmental bodies. Information provided by citizens concerning potential misdeeds is vital to effective law enforcement and the efficient operation of government. (b) The general assembly finds that the threat of a civil action for damages in the form of a "strategic lawsuit against political participation" (SLAPP), and the possibility of considerable legal costs, can act as a deterrent to citizens who wish to report information to federal, state, or local agencies. SLAPP suits can effectively punish concerned citizens for exercising the constitutional right to speak and petition the government for redress of grievances. Acts 1997, ch. 403, § 2.
(a) It is the intent of the general assembly to provide protection for individuals who make good faith reports of wrongdoing to appropriate governmental bodies. Information provided by citizens concerning potential misdeeds is vital to effective law enforcement and the efficient operation of government.
(b) The general assembly finds that the threat of a civil action for damages in the form of a "strategic lawsuit against political participation" (SLAPP), and the possibility of considerable legal costs, can act as a deterrent to citizens who wish to report information to federal, state, or local agencies. SLAPP suits can effectively punish concerned citizens for exercising the constitutional right to speak and petition the government for redress of grievances.
Acts 1997, ch. 403, § 2.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-1202 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-1202
Commissioner
Status: in_force

The department of human services shall be under the charge and general supervision of the commissioner of human services. Acts 1937, ch. 33, § 2; 1939, ch. 11, § 2; C. Supp. 1950, § 255.2; Acts 1975, ch. 219, § 2; modified.
The department of human services shall be under the charge and general supervision of the commissioner of human services.
Acts 1937, ch. 33, § 2; 1939, ch. 11, § 2; C. Supp. 1950, § 255.2; Acts 1975, ch. 219, § 2; modified.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-7-105 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 7 / Section 4-7-105
Enforcement of motor carrier laws
Status: in_force

The members of the Tennessee highway patrol have jurisdiction and authority to make such investigation of operators of motor vehicles for hire as they may see fit to ascertain whether or not they are operating in compliance with § 65-15-109 , and whether or not they are otherwise complying with the law relating to such operators, and they have authority to make arrests for any violation of title 65, chapter 15, or of any other traffic law of the state. Acts 1931, ch. 79, § 1; C. Supp. 1950, § 11463.2; impl. am. Acts 1955, ch. 69, § 1; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-704; Acts 1995, ch. 305, § 69.
The members of the Tennessee highway patrol have jurisdiction and authority to make such investigation of operators of motor vehicles for hire as they may see fit to ascertain whether or not they are operating in compliance with § 65-15-109 , and whether or not they are otherwise complying with the law relating to such operators, and they have authority to make arrests for any violation of title 65, chapter 15, or of any other traffic law of the state.
Acts 1931, ch. 79, § 1; C. Supp. 1950, § 11463.2; impl. am. Acts 1955, ch. 69, § 1; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-704; Acts 1995, ch. 305, § 69.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-6-120 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 6 / Section 4-6-120
Estimates - Staple articles
Status: in_force

Estimates for periods longer than one (1) month may be made in the same manner specified in § 4-6-118 by the managing officer for staple articles designated by the commissioner of correction, or for other supplies. Acts 1919, ch. 39, § 21; impl. am. Acts 1923, ch. 7, §§ 1, 2, 42; Shan. Supp., § 312b29; Code 1932, § 398; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-631.
Estimates for periods longer than one (1) month may be made in the same manner specified in § 4-6-118 by the managing officer for staple articles designated by the commissioner of correction, or for other supplies.
Acts 1919, ch. 39, § 21; impl. am. Acts 1923, ch. 7, §§ 1, 2, 42; Shan. Supp., § 312b29; Code 1932, § 398; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-631.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-1-328 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 1 / Section 4-1-328
Railroad library
Status: in_force

The A.C. Kalmbach Memorial Library in Chattanooga is an official railroad library of the state of Tennessee. Acts 2004, ch. 628, § 1.
The A.C. Kalmbach Memorial Library in Chattanooga is an official railroad library of the state of Tennessee.
Acts 2004, ch. 628, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-11-303 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 11 / Section 4-11-303
Composition
Status: in_force

The Tennessee historical commission established by § 4-11-102 , is designated to be the Tennessee wars commission. Acts 1994, ch. 824, § 3; T.C.A. § 4-11-503.
The Tennessee historical commission established by § 4-11-102 , is designated to be the Tennessee wars commission.
Acts 1994, ch. 824, § 3; T.C.A. § 4-11-503.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-1-107 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 1 / Section 4-1-107
Jurisdiction reserved by state when cessions made to United States
Status: repealed

Notwithstanding any other law, there are reserved over any lands as to which any legislative jurisdiction may be ceded to the United States pursuant to §§ 4-1-106 - 4-1-109, the state's entire legislative jurisdiction with respect to taxation and that of each state agency, county, city, political subdivision and public district of the state; the state's entire legislative jurisdiction with respect to marriage, divorce, annulment, adoption, commitment of the mentally incompetent, and descent and distribution of property; concurrent power to enforce the criminal law; and the power to execute any process, civil or criminal, issued under the authority of the state; nor shall any persons residing on such lands be deprived of any civil or political rights, including the right of suffrage, by reason of the cession of such jurisdiction to the United States. Acts 1975, ch. 267, § 2; T.C.A., § 4-123.
Notwithstanding any other law, there are reserved over any lands as to which any legislative jurisdiction may be ceded to the United States pursuant to §§ 4-1-106 - 4-1-109, the state's entire legislative jurisdiction with respect to taxation and that of each state agency, county, city, political subdivision and public district of the state; the state's entire legislative jurisdiction with respect to marriage, divorce, annulment, adoption, commitment of the mentally incompetent, and descent and distribution of property; concurrent power to enforce the criminal law; and the power to execute any process, civil or criminal, issued under the authority of the state; nor shall any persons residing on such lands be deprived of any civil or political rights, including the right of suffrage, by reason of the cession of such jurisdiction to the United States.
Acts 1975, ch. 267, § 2; T.C.A., § 4-123.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-49-128 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 49 / Section 4-49-128
Appealing final actions of the board
Status: in_force

(a) A licensee, registrant, or other person aggrieved by a final action of the council may appeal that decision to the chancery court of Davidson County. (b) The chancery court of Davidson County shall hear appeals from decisions of the council and, based upon the record of the proceedings before the council, may reverse the decision of the council only if the appellant proves the decision to be: (1) Clearly erroneous; (2) Arbitrary and capricious; (3) Procured by fraud; (4) A result of substantial misconduct by the council; or (5) Contrary to the United States Constitution, the Constitution of Tennessee, or this part. (c) The chancery court may remand an appeal to the council to conduct further hearings. Amended by 2023 Tenn. Acts, ch. 450, s 29, eff. 7/1/2023. Renumbered from T.C.A. s 4-51-328 by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 593, s 30, eff. 1/1/2022. Amended by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 593, s 27, eff. 1/1/2022. Added by 2019 Tenn. Acts, ch. 507, s 1, eff. 7/1/2019.
(a) A licensee, registrant, or other person aggrieved by a final action of the council may appeal that decision to the chancery court of Davidson County.
(b) The chancery court of Davidson County shall hear appeals from decisions of the council and, based upon the record of the proceedings before the council, may reverse the decision of the council only if the appellant proves the decision to be: (1) Clearly erroneous; (2) Arbitrary and capricious; (3) Procured by fraud; (4) A result of substantial misconduct by the council; or (5) Contrary to the United States Constitution, the Constitution of Tennessee, or this part.
(1) Clearly erroneous;
(2) Arbitrary and capricious;
(3) Procured by fraud;
(4) A result of substantial misconduct by the council; or
(5) Contrary to the United States Constitution, the Constitution of Tennessee, or this part.
(c) The chancery court may remand an appeal to the council to conduct further hearings.
Amended by 2023 Tenn. Acts, ch. 450, s 29, eff. 7/1/2023.
Renumbered from T.C.A. s 4-51-328 by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 593, s 30, eff. 1/1/2022.
Amended by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 593, s 27, eff. 1/1/2022.
Added by 2019 Tenn. Acts, ch. 507, s 1, eff. 7/1/2019.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-2209 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-2209
Welcome centers and rest stops - Development of promotional content and training
Status: in_force

(a) It is the intent of the state to promote and facilitate Tennessee's natural beauty and bountiful attractions. To the extent permitted by federal laws and regulations and the requirements of the federal highway administrator, all welcome centers supervised by the department may have photographs, posters, maps, music, books and other items that illustrate Tennessee's unique heritage and wealth of endeavors, from the historic to the peculiar, the traditional to the frivolous. Each welcome center may place an emphasis on events and sites that are within a fifty-mile radius within Tennessee. (b) The commissioner of tourist development shall develop promotional content and train staff members regarding all aspects of Tennessee life that are endearing to its citizens and captivating to its visitors. Emphasis may be placed on hidden treasures that a casual observer might miss, including natural sites such as waterfalls and caves, and man-made sites such as museums, seasonal events, and community celebrations. The commissioner of tourist development is encouraged to make Tennessee's welcome centers a place for travelers to enjoy and linger as tired limbs are stretched and eyes are rested. Acts 2007, ch. 490, §§ 1, 2.
(a) It is the intent of the state to promote and facilitate Tennessee's natural beauty and bountiful attractions. To the extent permitted by federal laws and regulations and the requirements of the federal highway administrator, all welcome centers supervised by the department may have photographs, posters, maps, music, books and other items that illustrate Tennessee's unique heritage and wealth of endeavors, from the historic to the peculiar, the traditional to the frivolous. Each welcome center may place an emphasis on events and sites that are within a fifty-mile radius within Tennessee.
(b) The commissioner of tourist development shall develop promotional content and train staff members regarding all aspects of Tennessee life that are endearing to its citizens and captivating to its visitors. Emphasis may be placed on hidden treasures that a casual observer might miss, including natural sites such as waterfalls and caves, and man-made sites such as museums, seasonal events, and community celebrations. The commissioner of tourist development is encouraged to make Tennessee's welcome centers a place for travelers to enjoy and linger as tired limbs are stretched and eyes are rested.
Acts 2007, ch. 490, §§ 1, 2.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-51-205 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 51 / Section 4-51-205
Confidential information
Status: in_force

(a) Pursuant to § 4-51-124 , the corporation shall provide to a claimant agency all information necessary to accomplish and effectuate the intent of this part. (b) The information obtained by a claimant agency from the corporation in accordance with this part shall retain its confidentiality and shall only be used by a claimant agency in the pursuit of its debt collection duties and practices. Any employee or prior employee of any claimant agency who discloses any such information for any other purpose, except as otherwise specifically authorized by law, shall be subject to a civil penalty of fifty dollars ($50.00), which shall be collected by the claimant agency as otherwise provided by law. Acts 2003, ch. 297, § 2.
(a) Pursuant to § 4-51-124 , the corporation shall provide to a claimant agency all information necessary to accomplish and effectuate the intent of this part.
(b) The information obtained by a claimant agency from the corporation in accordance with this part shall retain its confidentiality and shall only be used by a claimant agency in the pursuit of its debt collection duties and practices. Any employee or prior employee of any claimant agency who discloses any such information for any other purpose, except as otherwise specifically authorized by law, shall be subject to a civil penalty of fifty dollars ($50.00), which shall be collected by the claimant agency as otherwise provided by law.
Acts 2003, ch. 297, § 2.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-5-305 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 5 / Section 4-5-305
Representation
Status: in_force

(a) Any party may participate in the hearing in person or, if the party is a corporation or other artificial person, by a duly authorized representative. (b) Whether or not participating in person, any party may be advised and represented at the party's own expense by counsel or, unless prohibited by law, other representative. Acts 1982, ch. 874, § 43.
(a) Any party may participate in the hearing in person or, if the party is a corporation or other artificial person, by a duly authorized representative.
(b) Whether or not participating in person, any party may be advised and represented at the party's own expense by counsel or, unless prohibited by law, other representative.
Acts 1982, ch. 874, § 43.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-601 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-601
Creation
Status: in_force

There is hereby created the department of correction. Acts 1923, ch. 7, § 1; Shan. Supp., § 373a30; Code 1932, § 255; Acts 1937, ch. 33, § 1; 1939, ch. 11, § 1; 1955, ch. 102, § 1; modified.
There is hereby created the department of correction.
Acts 1923, ch. 7, § 1; Shan. Supp., § 373a30; Code 1932, § 255; Acts 1937, ch. 33, § 1; 1939, ch. 11, § 1; 1955, ch. 102, § 1; modified.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-21-402 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 21 / Section 4-21-402
Labor organization practices
Status: in_force

It is a discriminatory practice for a labor organization to: (1) Exclude or expel from membership, or otherwise to discriminate against a member or applicant for membership because of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age or national origin; (2) Limit, segregate, or classify membership or application for membership or to classify or fail or refuse to refer for employment on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age or national origin, in a manner that would deprive or tend to deprive any person of employment opportunities, or that would limit employment opportunities or to otherwise adversely affect the status of an employee or of an applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age or national origin; or (3) Cause or attempt to cause an employer to violate this chapter. Acts 1978, ch. 748, § 8; modified; T.C.A., § 4-2106; Acts 1980, ch. 732, § 6; T.C.A., § 4-21-106.
It is a discriminatory practice for a labor organization to:
(1) Exclude or expel from membership, or otherwise to discriminate against a member or applicant for membership because of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age or national origin;
(2) Limit, segregate, or classify membership or application for membership or to classify or fail or refuse to refer for employment on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age or national origin, in a manner that would deprive or tend to deprive any person of employment opportunities, or that would limit employment opportunities or to otherwise adversely affect the status of an employee or of an applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age or national origin; or
(3) Cause or attempt to cause an employer to violate this chapter.
Acts 1978, ch. 748, § 8; modified; T.C.A., § 4-2106; Acts 1980, ch. 732, § 6; T.C.A., § 4-21-106.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-1-336 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 1 / Section 4-1-336
Official state artifact
Status: in_force

"Sandy," the ancient stone statue discovered in 1939 on Sellars Farm in Wilson County, being a prime example of the Tennessee-Cumberland Style of Mississippian Stone Statuary crafted and used during the Mississippian Period, AD 800 - 1500, is recognized as the official state artifact of Tennessee. Acts 2014, ch. 571, § 1.
"Sandy," the ancient stone statue discovered in 1939 on Sellars Farm in Wilson County, being a prime example of the Tennessee-Cumberland Style of Mississippian Stone Statuary crafted and used during the Mississippian Period, AD 800 - 1500, is recognized as the official state artifact of Tennessee.
Acts 2014, ch. 571, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-1-346 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 1 / Section 4-1-346
Hot slaw capital of Tennessee
Status: in_force

Cleveland, Tennessee, is hereby designated as the hot slaw capital of this state. Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 547,s 1, eff. 3/11/2024.
Cleveland, Tennessee, is hereby designated as the hot slaw capital of this state.
Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 547,s 1, eff. 3/11/2024.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-2-107 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 2 / Section 4-2-107
Missouri and Arkansas boundaries
Status: in_force

The western boundary of this state is the middle of the stream of the Mississippi River, including within this state all such islands as are held under grants from the states of Tennessee and North Carolina. Code 1858, § 69; Shan., § 80; Code 1932, § 91; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-207.
The western boundary of this state is the middle of the stream of the Mississippi River, including within this state all such islands as are held under grants from the states of Tennessee and North Carolina.
Code 1858, § 69; Shan., § 80; Code 1932, § 91; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-207.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-13-306 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 13 / Section 4-13-306
Reversion of property - Conditions
Status: in_force

In the event the Sam Davis Memorial Association should at any time fail, neglect or refuse to improve the houses and grounds, and to keep them in a high state of beauty and improvement, then the houses and land and such other improvements as may be upon the grounds shall revert to the state of Tennessee without compensation to the trustees, Sam Davis Memorial Association or other corporation or person. The state shall not be required to pay any money whatever for such improvements as the trustees, Sam Davis Memorial Association or other person or persons may have made upon the houses or lands. Acts 1931, ch. 92, § 3.
In the event the Sam Davis Memorial Association should at any time fail, neglect or refuse to improve the houses and grounds, and to keep them in a high state of beauty and improvement, then the houses and land and such other improvements as may be upon the grounds shall revert to the state of Tennessee without compensation to the trustees, Sam Davis Memorial Association or other corporation or person. The state shall not be required to pay any money whatever for such improvements as the trustees, Sam Davis Memorial Association or other person or persons may have made upon the houses or lands.
Acts 1931, ch. 92, § 3.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-51-202 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 51 / Section 4-51-202
Part definitions
Status: in_force

As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires: (1) "Claimant agency" means any state agency, department, board, bureau, commission, or authority to which an individual owes a debt or that acts on behalf of an individual to collect a debt; (2) "Debt" means any liquidated sum due and owing any claimant agency, which sum has accrued through contract, subrogation, tort, or operation of law, regardless of whether there is an outstanding judgment for the sum or any sum that is due and owing any person and is enforceable by the state or any of the claimant agencies of the state. "Debt" specifically includes, but is not limited to, uncollected amounts owed by any person due to judgments for overdue child support as provided by title 36, chapter 5; (3) "Debtor" means any individual owing money or having a delinquent account with any claimant agency, which obligation has not been adjudicated as satisfied by court order, set aside by court order, or discharged in bankruptcy. "Debtor" specifically includes, but is not limited to, all persons who are required by any order to pay child support and whose payments are overdue as provided by title 36, chapter 5, and which payments have become judgments by operation of law pursuant to § 36-5-101(a)(5) , or by law in any other state or territory, or by judgment of a court in this or any other state or territory; and (4) "Prize" means the proceeds of any lottery prize awarded under part 1 of this chapter. Acts 2003, ch. 297, § 2.
As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:
(1) "Claimant agency" means any state agency, department, board, bureau, commission, or authority to which an individual owes a debt or that acts on behalf of an individual to collect a debt;
(2) "Debt" means any liquidated sum due and owing any claimant agency, which sum has accrued through contract, subrogation, tort, or operation of law, regardless of whether there is an outstanding judgment for the sum or any sum that is due and owing any person and is enforceable by the state or any of the claimant agencies of the state. "Debt" specifically includes, but is not limited to, uncollected amounts owed by any person due to judgments for overdue child support as provided by title 36, chapter 5;
(3) "Debtor" means any individual owing money or having a delinquent account with any claimant agency, which obligation has not been adjudicated as satisfied by court order, set aside by court order, or discharged in bankruptcy. "Debtor" specifically includes, but is not limited to, all persons who are required by any order to pay child support and whose payments are overdue as provided by title 36, chapter 5, and which payments have become judgments by operation of law pursuant to § 36-5-101(a)(5) , or by law in any other state or territory, or by judgment of a court in this or any other state or territory; and
(4) "Prize" means the proceeds of any lottery prize awarded under part 1 of this chapter.
Acts 2003, ch. 297, § 2.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-52-104 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 52 / Section 4-52-104
Contracts and agreements
Status: in_force

The fund may enter into such contractual and promotional agreements necessary to effectively stimulate a statewide program for encouraging preschool children to read. Acts 2005, ch. 416, § 1.
The fund may enter into such contractual and promotional agreements necessary to effectively stimulate a statewide program for encouraging preschool children to read.
Acts 2005, ch. 416, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-29-107 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 29 / Section 4-29-107
Vote to terminate entity - Recommended legislation
Status: in_force

If the evaluation committee by a majority vote determines that a governmental entity should be terminated, the evaluation committee shall cause to be introduced legislation necessary to transfer or abolish such entity's functions, duties and powers and repeal or amend any section of the code or the public acts that would be repealed or amended by implication if the governmental entity is terminated. Acts 1977, ch. 452, § 12; T.C.A., § 4-2913.
If the evaluation committee by a majority vote determines that a governmental entity should be terminated, the evaluation committee shall cause to be introduced legislation necessary to transfer or abolish such entity's functions, duties and powers and repeal or amend any section of the code or the public acts that would be repealed or amended by implication if the governmental entity is terminated.
Acts 1977, ch. 452, § 12; T.C.A., § 4-2913.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-52-108 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 52 / Section 4-52-108
Participation by nonprofit partner in health insurance plan
Status: in_force

The nonprofit partner may participate, the same as an eligible quasi-governmental organization, in the health insurance plan authorized under § 8-27-207 [repealed and reenacted. See Compiler's Notes], to provide health insurance for its employees, as long as such nonprofit partner satisfies each of the requirements of § 8-27-207 [repealed and reenacted. See Compiler's Notes]. For the purpose of determining the distribution of premium for participating in the specific policies authorized by the state insurance committee, the nonprofit partner shall pay the same amount as the state government for employee participation in such coverage. An employee of the nonprofit partner electing to continue such coverage shall continue to meet the eligibility criteria of a state employee to participate in the state plan. Each employee of the nonprofit partner also is subject to the same retiree continuation provisions as state employees, as provided in title 8, chapter 27, part 2 [repealed and reenacted. See Compiler's Notes]. Acts 2005, ch. 416, § 1.
The nonprofit partner may participate, the same as an eligible quasi-governmental organization, in the health insurance plan authorized under § 8-27-207 [repealed and reenacted. See Compiler's Notes], to provide health insurance for its employees, as long as such nonprofit partner satisfies each of the requirements of § 8-27-207 [repealed and reenacted. See Compiler's Notes]. For the purpose of determining the distribution of premium for participating in the specific policies authorized by the state insurance committee, the nonprofit partner shall pay the same amount as the state government for employee participation in such coverage. An employee of the nonprofit partner electing to continue such coverage shall continue to meet the eligibility criteria of a state employee to participate in the state plan. Each employee of the nonprofit partner also is subject to the same retiree continuation provisions as state employees, as provided in title 8, chapter 27, part 2 [repealed and reenacted. See Compiler's Notes].
Acts 2005, ch. 416, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-5103 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-5103
Powers and duties of board
Status: in_force

The state board of equalization has the following duties and functions to: (1) Promulgate and publish an assessment manual or manuals for the appraisal, classification and assessment of property for use by local assessors of property in making their assessments of particular classes and parcels of property, including the assessment of the various kinds of personal property owned and used by corporations, partnerships and individuals engaged in business and professions for profit; (2) Effect the assessment of all property in the state in accordance with the Constitution of Tennessee and all statutory provisions. The state board shall exercise powers conferred upon it by law to the end that assessments in every taxing jurisdiction may be in accordance with the law; (3) Prescribe educational and training courses for state and local assessing officials and issue certificates to such officials who successfully complete the training and requirements prescribed by the state board; (4) Receive, hear, consider and act upon complaints and appeals made to the board regarding the valuation, classification and assessment of property in the state; (5) Hear and determine complaints and appeals made to the board concerning exemption of property from taxation; (6) Review assessments made by the comptroller of the treasury; (7) Promulgate all necessary rules, regulations and procedures for implementation of tax relief to elderly low income taxpayers, homeowners totally and permanently disabled and disabled veterans, and make an annual summary of their findings available to members of the general assembly upon request; and (8) Carry out such other duties as may be required by law. Acts 1974, ch. 771, § 2; T.C.A., § 4-307; Acts 1995, ch. 305, § 64; 2008, ch. 971, § 1.
The state board of equalization has the following duties and functions to:
(1) Promulgate and publish an assessment manual or manuals for the appraisal, classification and assessment of property for use by local assessors of property in making their assessments of particular classes and parcels of property, including the assessment of the various kinds of personal property owned and used by corporations, partnerships and individuals engaged in business and professions for profit;
(2) Effect the assessment of all property in the state in accordance with the Constitution of Tennessee and all statutory provisions. The state board shall exercise powers conferred upon it by law to the end that assessments in every taxing jurisdiction may be in accordance with the law;
(3) Prescribe educational and training courses for state and local assessing officials and issue certificates to such officials who successfully complete the training and requirements prescribed by the state board;
(4) Receive, hear, consider and act upon complaints and appeals made to the board regarding the valuation, classification and assessment of property in the state;
(5) Hear and determine complaints and appeals made to the board concerning exemption of property from taxation;
(6) Review assessments made by the comptroller of the treasury;
(7) Promulgate all necessary rules, regulations and procedures for implementation of tax relief to elderly low income taxpayers, homeowners totally and permanently disabled and disabled veterans, and make an annual summary of their findings available to members of the general assembly upon request; and
(8) Carry out such other duties as may be required by law.
Acts 1974, ch. 771, § 2; T.C.A., § 4-307; Acts 1995, ch. 305, § 64; 2008, ch. 971, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-49-118 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 49 / Section 4-49-118
Restrictions on licensees
Status: in_force

(a) A licensee shall not: (1) Allow a minor to place a wager; (2) Offer, accept, or extend credit to a bettor; (3) Directly advertise or promote sports wagering to minors. The council shall adopt rules specific to the manner in which a licensee may advertise its business operations as authorized by this part; (4) Offer or accept a wager on any event, outcome, or occurrence other than a sporting event, including, without limitation, a high school sporting event offered, sponsored, or played in connection with a public or private institution that offers education at the secondary level; or (5) Accept a wager from a person who is on the registry created and maintained by the council under § 4-49-112(c) . (b) A violation of this section is: (1) For a first offense, a Class B misdemeanor; and (2) For a second or subsequent offense, a Class A misdemeanor. Renumbered from T.C.A. s 4-51-318 by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 593, s 30, eff. 1/1/2022. Amended by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 593, s 27, eff. 1/1/2022. Added by 2019 Tenn. Acts, ch. 507, s 1, eff. 7/1/2019.
(a) A licensee shall not: (1) Allow a minor to place a wager; (2) Offer, accept, or extend credit to a bettor; (3) Directly advertise or promote sports wagering to minors. The council shall adopt rules specific to the manner in which a licensee may advertise its business operations as authorized by this part; (4) Offer or accept a wager on any event, outcome, or occurrence other than a sporting event, including, without limitation, a high school sporting event offered, sponsored, or played in connection with a public or private institution that offers education at the secondary level; or (5) Accept a wager from a person who is on the registry created and maintained by the council under § 4-49-112(c) .
(1) Allow a minor to place a wager;
(2) Offer, accept, or extend credit to a bettor;
(3) Directly advertise or promote sports wagering to minors. The council shall adopt rules specific to the manner in which a licensee may advertise its business operations as authorized by this part;
(4) Offer or accept a wager on any event, outcome, or occurrence other than a sporting event, including, without limitation, a high school sporting event offered, sponsored, or played in connection with a public or private institution that offers education at the secondary level; or
(5) Accept a wager from a person who is on the registry created and maintained by the council under § 4-49-112(c) .
(b) A violation of this section is: (1) For a first offense, a Class B misdemeanor; and (2) For a second or subsequent offense, a Class A misdemeanor.
(1) For a first offense, a Class B misdemeanor; and
(2) For a second or subsequent offense, a Class A misdemeanor.
Renumbered from T.C.A. s 4-51-318 by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 593, s 30, eff. 1/1/2022.
Amended by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 593, s 27, eff. 1/1/2022.
Added by 2019 Tenn. Acts, ch. 507, s 1, eff. 7/1/2019.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-12-105 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 12 / Section 4-12-105
Administration of other museums and exhibits
Status: in_force

(a) In order to carry out this chapter, the World War Museum, previously administered by the adjutant general's office, the Civil War Exhibit, previously administered by the United Daughters of the Confederacy and Spanish-American War Exhibit, previously administered by the Spanish War Veterans, the Museum of Natural History, previously administered by the former game and fish commission, the Tennessee Archaeological Exhibit, the Tennessee Historical Exhibit and the relics and mementos of the World War II Commission are under the supervision of the state museum. (b) Any other exhibit in the possession of the state, or that may come into the possession of the state, shall be placed under this commission and administered under this chapter, this subsection (b) having especial reference to exhibits of the natural resources of the state. (c) The state museum is authorized and empowered to: (1) Enter into contracts, within the limits and funds available therefor, with individuals, organizations and institutions for services furthering the objectives of the museum's programs; (2) Provide advice and technical assistance, within the limits of funds available therefor, to the staff or board of directors or trustees of museums that are operated on state-owned property by entities other than the state; and (3) Make and sign any agreement and do and perform any acts that may be necessary to carry out the purposes of this chapter. Acts 1937, ch. 285, § 4; C. Supp. 1950, § 2569.5 (Williams, § 2569.8); modified; Acts 1959, ch. 154, § 4; 1971, ch. 388, § 5; modified; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-1205; Acts 1991, ch. 213, §§ 4, 5.
(a) In order to carry out this chapter, the World War Museum, previously administered by the adjutant general's office, the Civil War Exhibit, previously administered by the United Daughters of the Confederacy and Spanish-American War Exhibit, previously administered by the Spanish War Veterans, the Museum of Natural History, previously administered by the former game and fish commission, the Tennessee Archaeological Exhibit, the Tennessee Historical Exhibit and the relics and mementos of the World War II Commission are under the supervision of the state museum.
(b) Any other exhibit in the possession of the state, or that may come into the possession of the state, shall be placed under this commission and administered under this chapter, this subsection (b) having especial reference to exhibits of the natural resources of the state.
(c) The state museum is authorized and empowered to: (1) Enter into contracts, within the limits and funds available therefor, with individuals, organizations and institutions for services furthering the objectives of the museum's programs; (2) Provide advice and technical assistance, within the limits of funds available therefor, to the staff or board of directors or trustees of museums that are operated on state-owned property by entities other than the state; and (3) Make and sign any agreement and do and perform any acts that may be necessary to carry out the purposes of this chapter.
(1) Enter into contracts, within the limits and funds available therefor, with individuals, organizations and institutions for services furthering the objectives of the museum's programs;
(2) Provide advice and technical assistance, within the limits of funds available therefor, to the staff or board of directors or trustees of museums that are operated on state-owned property by entities other than the state; and
(3) Make and sign any agreement and do and perform any acts that may be necessary to carry out the purposes of this chapter.
Acts 1937, ch. 285, § 4; C. Supp. 1950, § 2569.5 (Williams, § 2569.8); modified; Acts 1959, ch. 154, § 4; 1971, ch. 388, § 5; modified; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-1205; Acts 1991, ch. 213, §§ 4, 5.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-5407 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-5407
Powers of the commissioner
Status: in_force

The commissioner may: (1) Request from any branch, department, division, board, bureau, commission, or other agency of the state or that receives state funds, such information as will enable the commissioner and board to best serve the hall of fame and perform the duties required by this part; (2) Enter into any mutual agreements and contracts for the employment of personnel and operation of the hall of fame, excluding the requirements of § 4-3-1105 . Nothing in this part or any other law, except title 9, chapter 8, shall be construed as a waiver of the state's immunity under the eleventh amendment to the Constitution of the United States or of the state's sovereign immunity for the board, its directors, officers, or employees; (3) Administer a scholarship program to award privately funded scholarships to students based on guidelines and criteria recommended by the board, consistent with the purposes of the hall of fame; and (4) Promulgate rules in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in chapter 5 of this title, for purposes of carrying out this part. Amended by 2020 Tenn. Acts, ch. 699, s 10, eff. 6/15/2020. Added by 2019 Tenn. Acts, ch. 88, s 1, eff. 4/4/2019.
The commissioner may:
(1) Request from any branch, department, division, board, bureau, commission, or other agency of the state or that receives state funds, such information as will enable the commissioner and board to best serve the hall of fame and perform the duties required by this part;
(2) Enter into any mutual agreements and contracts for the employment of personnel and operation of the hall of fame, excluding the requirements of § 4-3-1105 . Nothing in this part or any other law, except title 9, chapter 8, shall be construed as a waiver of the state's immunity under the eleventh amendment to the Constitution of the United States or of the state's sovereign immunity for the board, its directors, officers, or employees;
(3) Administer a scholarship program to award privately funded scholarships to students based on guidelines and criteria recommended by the board, consistent with the purposes of the hall of fame; and
(4) Promulgate rules in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in chapter 5 of this title, for purposes of carrying out this part.
Amended by 2020 Tenn. Acts, ch. 699, s 10, eff. 6/15/2020.
Added by 2019 Tenn. Acts, ch. 88, s 1, eff. 4/4/2019.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-5505 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-5505
Disposition of surplus computers
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, including title 12, chapter 2, part 4, the council has the authority to dispose of surplus state computers and any components thereof, at no cost, to governmental entities and not-for-profit corporations whose chartered activities are related to education. Acts 1994, ch. 992, § 6.
Notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, including title 12, chapter 2, part 4, the council has the authority to dispose of surplus state computers and any components thereof, at no cost, to governmental entities and not-for-profit corporations whose chartered activities are related to education.
Acts 1994, ch. 992, § 6.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-31-704 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 31 / Section 4-31-704
Issuance and sale of bonds and notes - Loans - Authorization
Status: in_force

(a) In addition to the powers otherwise granted by law, the authority has the power and is authorized to issue and sell bonds and notes, the proceeds of which may be used to make loans to any grantee for the construction or the refinancing of the construction of a facility pursuant to a loan agreement between the grantee, the department and the authority. (b) Such loans shall be made from the proceeds of bonds or notes issued by the authority for the purpose of making such loans. Acts 1990, ch. 975, § 1.
(a) In addition to the powers otherwise granted by law, the authority has the power and is authorized to issue and sell bonds and notes, the proceeds of which may be used to make loans to any grantee for the construction or the refinancing of the construction of a facility pursuant to a loan agreement between the grantee, the department and the authority.
(b) Such loans shall be made from the proceeds of bonds or notes issued by the authority for the purpose of making such loans.
Acts 1990, ch. 975, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-2-103 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 2 / Section 4-2-103
Virginia boundary
Status: in_force

The boundary line between this state and the state of Virginia begins on the summit of the White Top Mountain, at the termination of the northeast corner of this state, running thence a due west course to the top of the Cumberland Mountain, where the southwestern corner of the state of Virginia terminates, equidistant from the lines called Walker's and Henderson's. Code 1858, § 62 (deriv. Acts 1803, ch. 58, § 1); Acts 1889, ch. 222, §1; Shan., § 73; Code 1932, § 84; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-203.
The boundary line between this state and the state of Virginia begins on the summit of the White Top Mountain, at the termination of the northeast corner of this state, running thence a due west course to the top of the Cumberland Mountain, where the southwestern corner of the state of Virginia terminates, equidistant from the lines called Walker's and Henderson's.
Code 1858, § 62 (deriv. Acts 1803, ch. 58, § 1); Acts 1889, ch. 222, §1; Shan., § 73; Code 1932, § 84; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-203.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-10-108 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 10 / Section 4-10-108
Reports
Status: in_force

The commission shall issue reports of its findings and recommendations, as appropriate, and shall issue a biennial report on its work. Copies of the biennial report shall be distributed to members of the commission, the library and archives and the legislative library. Upon request, copies shall be provided to other public officials, public agencies, and to the public. Copies of reports mandated by the general assembly shall be distributed to all legislative members. Acts 1978, ch. 939, § 8; T.C.A., § 4-1008; Acts 1990, ch. 695, § 1; 1990, ch. 1024, § 8; 1996, ch. 840, § 7.
The commission shall issue reports of its findings and recommendations, as appropriate, and shall issue a biennial report on its work. Copies of the biennial report shall be distributed to members of the commission, the library and archives and the legislative library. Upon request, copies shall be provided to other public officials, public agencies, and to the public. Copies of reports mandated by the general assembly shall be distributed to all legislative members.
Acts 1978, ch. 939, § 8; T.C.A., § 4-1008; Acts 1990, ch. 695, § 1; 1990, ch. 1024, § 8; 1996, ch. 840, § 7.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-8-303 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 8 / Section 4-8-303
Staff - Experts
Status: in_force

(a) The department of general services, the state museum, the Tennessee historical society, and the office of the state architect shall provide appropriate staff to the state capitol commission. (b) In addition, the commission has the authority to contract pursuant to state law for the services of experts and specialists in the area of adaptive restoration and preservation of historic buildings. All contracts shall be executed by the commissioner of finance and administration, with the approval of the comptroller of the treasury and the attorney general and reporter; provided, that design and construction contracts are subject to the approval of the state building commission. Acts 1986, ch. 838, § 3.
(a) The department of general services, the state museum, the Tennessee historical society, and the office of the state architect shall provide appropriate staff to the state capitol commission.
(b) In addition, the commission has the authority to contract pursuant to state law for the services of experts and specialists in the area of adaptive restoration and preservation of historic buildings. All contracts shall be executed by the commissioner of finance and administration, with the approval of the comptroller of the treasury and the attorney general and reporter; provided, that design and construction contracts are subject to the approval of the state building commission.
Acts 1986, ch. 838, § 3.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-2016 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-2016
Connecting cell phone callers to the nearest highway patrol dispatcher through *THP (*847)
Status: in_force

The department of safety is encouraged to increase its consumer information efforts about the *THP (*847) program, which connects cell phone callers to the nearest highway patrol dispatcher. The information efforts should seek to educate the motoring public about dialing "*THP (*847)" to report drivers who are violating the rules of the road to the highway patrol. Acts 2008, ch. 1198, § 1.
The department of safety is encouraged to increase its consumer information efforts about the *THP (*847) program, which connects cell phone callers to the nearest highway patrol dispatcher. The information efforts should seek to educate the motoring public about dialing "*THP (*847)" to report drivers who are violating the rules of the road to the highway patrol.
Acts 2008, ch. 1198, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-6-118 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 6 / Section 4-6-118
Estimates - Monthly estimates required
Status: in_force

For the purpose of proper regulation, recording and auditing the various expenditures of the penitentiaries named in § 4-6-102 , the managing officers thereof shall prepare, and present to the commissioner of correction in triplicate, not less than fifteen (15) days before the first day of each month and on forms furnished by the commissioner, a detailed estimate of all supplies, materials, improvements and money needed during each month. Acts 1919, ch. 39, § 21; impl. am. Acts 1923, ch. 7, §§ 1, 2, 42; Shan. Supp., § 312b27; Code 1932, § 396; modified; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-629.
For the purpose of proper regulation, recording and auditing the various expenditures of the penitentiaries named in § 4-6-102 , the managing officers thereof shall prepare, and present to the commissioner of correction in triplicate, not less than fifteen (15) days before the first day of each month and on forms furnished by the commissioner, a detailed estimate of all supplies, materials, improvements and money needed during each month.
Acts 1919, ch. 39, § 21; impl. am. Acts 1923, ch. 7, §§ 1, 2, 42; Shan. Supp., § 312b27; Code 1932, § 396; modified; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-629.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-32-102 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 32 / Section 4-32-102
Purposes
Status: in_force

In order to maximize the effectiveness of state government through collaboration with faith-based and community initiatives to serve Tennesseans with respect to public purposes, such as improving public safety, overcoming addiction, strengthening families and communities, and overcoming poverty, the office shall, to the extent permitted by law: (1) Promote and foster the development of relationships and coordination between state government and faith-based and community initiatives and serve as a resource for and liaison between state government and such initiatives; (2) Coordinate activities designed to mobilize public support for faith-based and community initiatives through volunteerism, special projects, and public-private partnerships; (3) Raise ideas and policy options to the governor that would assist, strengthen, expand, or replicate successful faith-based and community programs; (4) Ensure that state government decisions and programs are consistent with the goal of partnering with faith-based and community initiatives when doing so is in the public interest and monitor how such decisions and programs affect faith-based and community initiatives; (5) Work with state, local, and community policymakers, volunteers, and public officials to facilitate coordination with and empowerment of faith-based and other community organizations where doing so would improve such groups' service to the communities involved; and (6) Showcase and herald successful and innovative faith-based and community organizations and civic initiatives. Acts 2019, ch. 218, § 1.
In order to maximize the effectiveness of state government through collaboration with faith-based and community initiatives to serve Tennesseans with respect to public purposes, such as improving public safety, overcoming addiction, strengthening families and communities, and overcoming poverty, the office shall, to the extent permitted by law:
(1) Promote and foster the development of relationships and coordination between state government and faith-based and community initiatives and serve as a resource for and liaison between state government and such initiatives;
(2) Coordinate activities designed to mobilize public support for faith-based and community initiatives through volunteerism, special projects, and public-private partnerships;
(3) Raise ideas and policy options to the governor that would assist, strengthen, expand, or replicate successful faith-based and community programs;
(4) Ensure that state government decisions and programs are consistent with the goal of partnering with faith-based and community initiatives when doing so is in the public interest and monitor how such decisions and programs affect faith-based and community initiatives;
(5) Work with state, local, and community policymakers, volunteers, and public officials to facilitate coordination with and empowerment of faith-based and other community organizations where doing so would improve such groups' service to the communities involved; and
(6) Showcase and herald successful and innovative faith-based and community organizations and civic initiatives.
Acts 2019, ch. 218, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-2203 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-2203
Divisions - Creation
Status: in_force

The commissioner is authorized to create, with the approval of the governor, such new divisions as are necessary to carry out the duties imposed upon the commissioner and the department. Amended by 2013 Tenn. Acts, ch. 132,s 3, eff. 4/12/2013. Acts 1976, ch. 468, § 2; T.C.A., § 4-346.
The commissioner is authorized to create, with the approval of the governor, such new divisions as are necessary to carry out the duties imposed upon the commissioner and the department.
Amended by 2013 Tenn. Acts, ch. 132,s 3, eff. 4/12/2013.
Acts 1976, ch. 468, § 2; T.C.A., § 4-346.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-5503 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-5503
Staffing - Division of strategic technology solutions
Status: in_force

(a) The division of strategic technology solutions in the department of finance and administration shall serve as staff to the information systems council. In addition, the division of strategic technology solutions shall facilitate the use of information systems, provide technical direction and assistance to departments and agencies for all distributive processing and network related systems, and serve as a computer service bureau. (b) (1) In accordance with the Federal Information Security Management Act of 2002 ( 44 U.S.C. § 3541 et seq.), and the criminal justice information services (CJIS) security policy, a criminal history background check performed by the Tennessee bureau of investigation and the federal bureau of investigation shall be required for all employees and contractors of the division of strategic technology solutions having elevated and privileged access to criminal justice information systems or to information accessed via criminal justice information systems. The department of human resources shall maintain classifications of employees subject to the criminal history background check. Background checks shall include fingerprint checks against state and federal criminal records maintained by the Tennessee bureau of investigation and the federal bureau of investigation. The department of finance and administration shall establish policies concerning the implementation and use of criminal history background checks conducted pursuant to this section. (2) The state shall pay for costs associated with criminal history background checks conducted pursuant to this section. Amended by 2020 Tenn. Acts, ch. 689, s 2, eff. 6/11/2020. Amended by 2016 Tenn. Acts, ch. 846, Secs.s 3, s 4 eff. 4/19/2016. Amended by 2014 Tenn. Acts, ch. 544, s 1, eff. 7/1/2014. Acts 1994, ch. 992, § 4.
(a) The division of strategic technology solutions in the department of finance and administration shall serve as staff to the information systems council. In addition, the division of strategic technology solutions shall facilitate the use of information systems, provide technical direction and assistance to departments and agencies for all distributive processing and network related systems, and serve as a computer service bureau.
(b) (1) In accordance with the Federal Information Security Management Act of 2002 ( 44 U.S.C. § 3541 et seq.), and the criminal justice information services (CJIS) security policy, a criminal history background check performed by the Tennessee bureau of investigation and the federal bureau of investigation shall be required for all employees and contractors of the division of strategic technology solutions having elevated and privileged access to criminal justice information systems or to information accessed via criminal justice information systems. The department of human resources shall maintain classifications of employees subject to the criminal history background check. Background checks shall include fingerprint checks against state and federal criminal records maintained by the Tennessee bureau of investigation and the federal bureau of investigation. The department of finance and administration shall establish policies concerning the implementation and use of criminal history background checks conducted pursuant to this section. (2) The state shall pay for costs associated with criminal history background checks conducted pursuant to this section.
(1) In accordance with the Federal Information Security Management Act of 2002 ( 44 U.S.C. § 3541 et seq.), and the criminal justice information services (CJIS) security policy, a criminal history background check performed by the Tennessee bureau of investigation and the federal bureau of investigation shall be required for all employees and contractors of the division of strategic technology solutions having elevated and privileged access to criminal justice information systems or to information accessed via criminal justice information systems. The department of human resources shall maintain classifications of employees subject to the criminal history background check. Background checks shall include fingerprint checks against state and federal criminal records maintained by the Tennessee bureau of investigation and the federal bureau of investigation. The department of finance and administration shall establish policies concerning the implementation and use of criminal history background checks conducted pursuant to this section.
(2) The state shall pay for costs associated with criminal history background checks conducted pursuant to this section.
Amended by 2020 Tenn. Acts, ch. 689, s 2, eff. 6/11/2020.
Amended by 2016 Tenn. Acts, ch. 846, Secs.s 3, s 4 eff. 4/19/2016.
Amended by 2014 Tenn. Acts, ch. 544, s 1, eff. 7/1/2014.
Acts 1994, ch. 992, § 4.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-20-101 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 20 / Section 4-20-101
Commission created - Regional representation
Status: in_force

(a) (1) There is created and established a state commission to be known as the Tennessee arts commission, to consist of fifteen (15) members broadly representative of all fields of the performing, visual and literary arts, to be appointed by the governor from among citizens of the state who have demonstrated a vital interest in the performing, visual or literary arts. (2) In making appointments to the arts commission, the governor shall strive to ensure that at least one (1) person serving on the commission is sixty (60) years of age or older and that at least one (1) person serving on the commission is a member of a racial minority. (b) There shall be at least one (1) but not more than two (2) members from each United States congressional district in Tennessee. Such members' residency shall be determined by the congressional district in which such members are registered to vote. Acts 1967, ch. 2, § 1; 1978, ch. 688, § 1; T.C.A., § 4-2001; Acts 1980, ch. 680, § 1; 1988, ch. 1013, § 6.
(a) (1) There is created and established a state commission to be known as the Tennessee arts commission, to consist of fifteen (15) members broadly representative of all fields of the performing, visual and literary arts, to be appointed by the governor from among citizens of the state who have demonstrated a vital interest in the performing, visual or literary arts. (2) In making appointments to the arts commission, the governor shall strive to ensure that at least one (1) person serving on the commission is sixty (60) years of age or older and that at least one (1) person serving on the commission is a member of a racial minority.
(1) There is created and established a state commission to be known as the Tennessee arts commission, to consist of fifteen (15) members broadly representative of all fields of the performing, visual and literary arts, to be appointed by the governor from among citizens of the state who have demonstrated a vital interest in the performing, visual or literary arts.
(2) In making appointments to the arts commission, the governor shall strive to ensure that at least one (1) person serving on the commission is sixty (60) years of age or older and that at least one (1) person serving on the commission is a member of a racial minority.
(b) There shall be at least one (1) but not more than two (2) members from each United States congressional district in Tennessee. Such members' residency shall be determined by the congressional district in which such members are registered to vote.
Acts 1967, ch. 2, § 1; 1978, ch. 688, § 1; T.C.A., § 4-2001; Acts 1980, ch. 680, § 1; 1988, ch. 1013, § 6.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-29-115 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 29 / Section 4-29-115
Extension of entity's life pending action
Status: in_force

If any governmental entity is scheduled to be terminated before the review by the evaluation committee under this chapter is completed and before any legislative action is taken pursuant to §§ 4-29-107 - 4-29-110, such entity shall continue its operations for an additional year after which it shall cease to exist without legislation pursuant to §§ 4-29-107 - 4-29-110. Acts 1977, ch. 452, § 16; T.C.A., § 4-2921.
If any governmental entity is scheduled to be terminated before the review by the evaluation committee under this chapter is completed and before any legislative action is taken pursuant to §§ 4-29-107 - 4-29-110, such entity shall continue its operations for an additional year after which it shall cease to exist without legislation pursuant to §§ 4-29-107 - 4-29-110.
Acts 1977, ch. 452, § 16; T.C.A., § 4-2921.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-4-121 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 4 / Section 4-4-121
Smoking policies
Status: in_force

(a) Smoking shall be prohibited in all buildings that are owned or operated by the state, except for those sleeping rooms in state park inns, cabins that are designated as smoking rooms or cabins, and as provided by § 49-7-135 . It is the intent of the general assembly that all buildings that are owned or operated by the state, other than sleeping rooms in state park inns, cabins designated for smoking, and as provided by § 49-7-135 , shall be completely smoke-free. (b) Smoking shall be prohibited in all motor vehicles that are owned, leased, or operated by the state. It is the intent of the general assembly that all motor vehicles that are owned, leased, or operated by the state shall be completely smoke-free. Amended by 2017 Tenn. Acts, ch. 161, s 1, eff. 4/24/2017. Acts 1990, ch. 700, § 1; 2005, ch. 329, § 2; 2006, ch. 876, §1; 2007 , ch. 463, § 1.
(a) Smoking shall be prohibited in all buildings that are owned or operated by the state, except for those sleeping rooms in state park inns, cabins that are designated as smoking rooms or cabins, and as provided by § 49-7-135 . It is the intent of the general assembly that all buildings that are owned or operated by the state, other than sleeping rooms in state park inns, cabins designated for smoking, and as provided by § 49-7-135 , shall be completely smoke-free.
(b) Smoking shall be prohibited in all motor vehicles that are owned, leased, or operated by the state. It is the intent of the general assembly that all motor vehicles that are owned, leased, or operated by the state shall be completely smoke-free.
Amended by 2017 Tenn. Acts, ch. 161, s 1, eff. 4/24/2017.
Acts 1990, ch. 700, § 1; 2005, ch. 329, § 2; 2006, ch. 876, §1; 2007 , ch. 463, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-1-337 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 1 / Section 4-1-337
Official state pet
Status: in_force

Dogs and cats that are adopted from Tennessee animal shelters and rescues are designated as the official state pet. Acts 2014, ch. 821, § 1.
Dogs and cats that are adopted from Tennessee animal shelters and rescues are designated as the official state pet.
Acts 2014, ch. 821, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-7-114 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 7 / Section 4-7-114
Enforcement of anti-theft laws
Status: in_force

(a) The members of the Tennessee highway patrol have jurisdiction and authority, and it is their duty, to aid in the enforcement of the criminal provisions of title 55, chapter 5 and § 39-14-103 , whenever an alleged violation of those statutory provisions involves unlawful taking of a motor vehicle. (b) Members of the highway patrol have authority to investigate and to make arrests for violations of such statutory provisions whenever an alleged violation involves unlawful taking of a motor vehicle. Acts 1980, ch. 884, § 3; 1996, ch. 675, § 3.
(a) The members of the Tennessee highway patrol have jurisdiction and authority, and it is their duty, to aid in the enforcement of the criminal provisions of title 55, chapter 5 and § 39-14-103 , whenever an alleged violation of those statutory provisions involves unlawful taking of a motor vehicle.
(b) Members of the highway patrol have authority to investigate and to make arrests for violations of such statutory provisions whenever an alleged violation involves unlawful taking of a motor vehicle.
Acts 1980, ch. 884, § 3; 1996, ch. 675, § 3.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-603 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-603
Duties of commissioner
Status: in_force

(a) The commissioner is the executive officer of the department of correction and has the immediate charge of the management and government of the institutions of the department, and the commissioner shall devote the commissioner's entire time and attention to the duties of the commissioner's position. (b) In addition to any other duties provided by law, when it appears to the commissioner, in the commissioner's sole discretion, that the available facilities and institutions of the department that are designed for the custody of inmates are overcrowded, the commissioner shall endeavor to alleviate such overcrowded conditions by contracting with local governmental entities, when possible, for the care, custody, and control in local jails, workhouses, penal farms or other such facilities, of inmates who have been committed to the department, or by any other means permitted by law. Acts 1919, ch. 39, § 5; impl. am. Acts 1923, ch. 7, §§ 1-3, 42; Shan. Supp., § 312b7; Code 1932, § 376; impl. am. Acts 1955, ch. 102, § 1; Acts 1979, ch. 344, § 1; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-606.
(a) The commissioner is the executive officer of the department of correction and has the immediate charge of the management and government of the institutions of the department, and the commissioner shall devote the commissioner's entire time and attention to the duties of the commissioner's position.
(b) In addition to any other duties provided by law, when it appears to the commissioner, in the commissioner's sole discretion, that the available facilities and institutions of the department that are designed for the custody of inmates are overcrowded, the commissioner shall endeavor to alleviate such overcrowded conditions by contracting with local governmental entities, when possible, for the care, custody, and control in local jails, workhouses, penal farms or other such facilities, of inmates who have been committed to the department, or by any other means permitted by law.
Acts 1919, ch. 39, § 5; impl. am. Acts 1923, ch. 7, §§ 1-3, 42; Shan. Supp., § 312b7; Code 1932, § 376; impl. am. Acts 1955, ch. 102, § 1; Acts 1979, ch. 344, § 1; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-606.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-2310 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-2310
Commercial advertising on the Tennessee 511 system
Status: in_force

(a) The department is authorized to obtain commercial sponsorship of the 511 system and to enter into contracts for this purpose. (b) All revenue generated from any commercial sponsorship authorized by this section shall be deposited in the highway fund to be used solely for transportation purposes. (c) Such commercial sponsorship shall not include, identify or promote: (1) Alcohol or tobacco products; (2) Adult-oriented establishments, as defined in § 7-51-1102 or § 7-51-1401 ; (3) Political candidacies, political issue advocacy, or political campaign advertising, as prohibited in § 2-19-144 ; or (4) Any unlawful conduct or activities. (d) The department shall prefer sponsorships by organizations which have a transportation purpose or otherwise promote highway safety. (e) In consultation with the department of safety, the department of transportation is authorized to promulgate rules and regulations or adopt policies as needed to effectuate this section. (f) Sponsorship of the 511 system shall be limited to identification of sponsors of a traffic information message. Sponsors' recorded messages shall be not more than fifteen (15) seconds and may precede or follow the traffic information message. The commissioner of transportation or the commissioner's designee shall review and approve all recorded commercial sponsorship messages. Acts 2011, ch. 144, § 1.
(a) The department is authorized to obtain commercial sponsorship of the 511 system and to enter into contracts for this purpose.
(b) All revenue generated from any commercial sponsorship authorized by this section shall be deposited in the highway fund to be used solely for transportation purposes.
(c) Such commercial sponsorship shall not include, identify or promote: (1) Alcohol or tobacco products; (2) Adult-oriented establishments, as defined in § 7-51-1102 or § 7-51-1401 ; (3) Political candidacies, political issue advocacy, or political campaign advertising, as prohibited in § 2-19-144 ; or (4) Any unlawful conduct or activities.
(1) Alcohol or tobacco products;
(2) Adult-oriented establishments, as defined in § 7-51-1102 or § 7-51-1401 ;
(3) Political candidacies, political issue advocacy, or political campaign advertising, as prohibited in § 2-19-144 ; or
(4) Any unlawful conduct or activities.
(d) The department shall prefer sponsorships by organizations which have a transportation purpose or otherwise promote highway safety.
(e) In consultation with the department of safety, the department of transportation is authorized to promulgate rules and regulations or adopt policies as needed to effectuate this section.
(f) Sponsorship of the 511 system shall be limited to identification of sponsors of a traffic information message. Sponsors' recorded messages shall be not more than fifteen (15) seconds and may precede or follow the traffic information message. The commissioner of transportation or the commissioner's designee shall review and approve all recorded commercial sponsorship messages.
Acts 2011, ch. 144, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-6-131 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 6 / Section 4-6-131
Appropriations - Maintenance allowance included in requests
Status: in_force

For the purpose of requesting appropriations from the general assembly, a per capita allowance for the inmates, patients and pupils of each of the institutions shall be arrived at and a total allowance for maintenance asked for on the basis of actual number and estimated increase. Acts 1919, ch. 39, § 23; Shan. Supp., § 312b39; Code 1932, § 408; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-642.
For the purpose of requesting appropriations from the general assembly, a per capita allowance for the inmates, patients and pupils of each of the institutions shall be arrived at and a total allowance for maintenance asked for on the basis of actual number and estimated increase.
Acts 1919, ch. 39, § 23; Shan. Supp., § 312b39; Code 1932, § 408; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-642.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-124 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-124
Sexual harassment policy - Posting
Status: in_force

Each entity of state government shall post in the workplace the state policy for the prevention of sexual harassment established pursuant to chapter 307 of the Public Acts of 1993. Acts 1993, ch. 307, § 1.
Each entity of state government shall post in the workplace the state policy for the prevention of sexual harassment established pursuant to chapter 307 of the Public Acts of 1993.
Acts 1993, ch. 307, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-19-102 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 19 / Section 4-19-102
Applicants - Number of times examination may be taken
Status: in_force

(a) No board, commission or agency of this state that issues licenses to persons to engage in an occupation, trade or profession based upon written or oral examination shall adopt or enforce any rule, regulation or law limiting the number of times that any person, otherwise qualified, may apply for and stand for such written or oral examination at any regular examination session regardless of the number of times such person has taken such examination. (b) This section shall specifically apply to the state board of law examiners. Acts 1971, ch. 354, § 1; 1972, ch. 789, § 1; T.C.A., § 4-1902.
(a) No board, commission or agency of this state that issues licenses to persons to engage in an occupation, trade or profession based upon written or oral examination shall adopt or enforce any rule, regulation or law limiting the number of times that any person, otherwise qualified, may apply for and stand for such written or oral examination at any regular examination session regardless of the number of times such person has taken such examination.
(b) This section shall specifically apply to the state board of law examiners.
Acts 1971, ch. 354, § 1; 1972, ch. 789, § 1; T.C.A., § 4-1902.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-1-316 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 1 / Section 4-1-316
State commercial fish
Status: in_force

The channel catfish is hereby designated as the official state commercial fish. Acts 1988, ch. 489, § 1.
The channel catfish is hereby designated as the official state commercial fish.
Acts 1988, ch. 489, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-25-101 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 25 / Section 4-25-101
[Repealed]
Status: repealed

Repealed by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 279, s 1, eff. 5/3/2021. Acts 1976, ch. 757, § 1; T.C.A., § 4-2501.
Repealed by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 279, s 1, eff. 5/3/2021.
Acts 1976, ch. 757, § 1; T.C.A., § 4-2501.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-1418 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-1418
Reserved
Status: repealed

Repealed by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 57, s 5, eff. 7/1/2015. Acts 2006, ch. 941, §§ 1 - 4.
Repealed by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 57, s 5, eff. 7/1/2015.
Acts 2006, ch. 941, §§ 1 - 4.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-2502 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-2502
Commissioner
Status: in_force

The department of veterans services is under the charge and general supervision of the commissioner of veterans services. Acts 1945, ch. 40, § 4; 1959, ch. 9, § 6; 1975, ch. 249, § 2; modified.
The department of veterans services is under the charge and general supervision of the commissioner of veterans services.
Acts 1945, ch. 40, § 4; 1959, ch. 9, § 6; 1975, ch. 249, § 2; modified.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-102 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-102
Control of state buildings
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, the legislative branch of state government and the judicial branch of state government maintain control of the state buildings occupied predominantly by the legislative branch and the judicial branch, respectively. For purposes of this section, the second floor of the state capitol and the portion of the ground floor of the state capitol occupied by the senate clerk's office is considered a state building occupied predominantly by the legislative branch and is controlled as described by § 4-8-101(a)(2) and (3) . Amended by 2022 Tenn. Acts, ch. 928, s 4, eff. 4/29/2022. Added by 2016 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1031, s 1, eff. 4/28/2016.
Notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, the legislative branch of state government and the judicial branch of state government maintain control of the state buildings occupied predominantly by the legislative branch and the judicial branch, respectively. For purposes of this section, the second floor of the state capitol and the portion of the ground floor of the state capitol occupied by the senate clerk's office is considered a state building occupied predominantly by the legislative branch and is controlled as described by § 4-8-101(a)(2) and (3) .
Amended by 2022 Tenn. Acts, ch. 928, s 4, eff. 4/29/2022.
Added by 2016 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1031, s 1, eff. 4/28/2016.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-10-107 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 10 / Section 4-10-107
Compensation - Appropriations
Status: in_force

(a) (1) No member of the commission is entitled to a salary for duties performed as a member of the commission. (2) Members who are not government employees or officers shall receive seventy-five dollars ($75.00) per diem for attendance at meetings of the commission. (3) Each member is entitled to reimbursement for travel and other necessary expenses incurred in the performance of official duties in accordance with the state comprehensive travel regulations as promulgated by the commissioner of finance and administration and approved by the attorney general and reporter. (b) The commission is authorized to apply for, contract for, receive and expend for its purposes any appropriations or grants from the state, its political subdivisions, the federal government, or any other source, public or private. (c) Political subdivisions of the state are authorized to appropriate funds to the commission to share in the cost of its operations, and may furnish staff personnel to the commission. (d) In addition to any funds appropriated by the general assembly to the commission, the commission is authorized to receive annual allocations of funds from the Tennessee State Revenue Sharing Act, § 67-9-102(b)(3) . (e) Funds provided under §§ 4-10-109 and 67-9-102 to the commission shall not revert to the general fund at the conclusion of a fiscal year, but such funds shall be carried forward. Other funds available to the commission funds may revert to the general fund at the end of the fiscal year subject to the approval of the chair of the commission. Acts 1978, ch. 939, § 7; T.C.A., § 4-1007; Acts 1996, ch. 817, §2; 1997 , ch. 528, § 1; 1997 , ch. 529, §§ 6, 7.
(a) (1) No member of the commission is entitled to a salary for duties performed as a member of the commission. (2) Members who are not government employees or officers shall receive seventy-five dollars ($75.00) per diem for attendance at meetings of the commission. (3) Each member is entitled to reimbursement for travel and other necessary expenses incurred in the performance of official duties in accordance with the state comprehensive travel regulations as promulgated by the commissioner of finance and administration and approved by the attorney general and reporter.
(1) No member of the commission is entitled to a salary for duties performed as a member of the commission.
(2) Members who are not government employees or officers shall receive seventy-five dollars ($75.00) per diem for attendance at meetings of the commission.
(3) Each member is entitled to reimbursement for travel and other necessary expenses incurred in the performance of official duties in accordance with the state comprehensive travel regulations as promulgated by the commissioner of finance and administration and approved by the attorney general and reporter.
(b) The commission is authorized to apply for, contract for, receive and expend for its purposes any appropriations or grants from the state, its political subdivisions, the federal government, or any other source, public or private.
(c) Political subdivisions of the state are authorized to appropriate funds to the commission to share in the cost of its operations, and may furnish staff personnel to the commission.
(d) In addition to any funds appropriated by the general assembly to the commission, the commission is authorized to receive annual allocations of funds from the Tennessee State Revenue Sharing Act, § 67-9-102(b)(3) .
(e) Funds provided under §§ 4-10-109 and 67-9-102 to the commission shall not revert to the general fund at the conclusion of a fiscal year, but such funds shall be carried forward. Other funds available to the commission funds may revert to the general fund at the end of the fiscal year subject to the approval of the chair of the commission.
Acts 1978, ch. 939, § 7; T.C.A., § 4-1007; Acts 1996, ch. 817, §2; 1997 , ch. 528, § 1; 1997 , ch. 529, §§ 6, 7.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-719 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-719
Grants from the P.R.E.P. fund
Status: in_force

(a) Grants from the P.R.E.P. fund created in § 4-3-718 may be made in all counties where the commissioner of economic and community development determines that the grants will have a direct impact on employment and investment opportunities in the future. (b) Grants from the P.R.E.P. fund may be made only to local governments or their economic development organizations, other political subdivisions of the state, any subdivision of state government, or to not-for-profit organizations. (c) Grants from the P.R.E.P. fund may be used to facilitate economic development activities in rural areas or in a manner that directly impacts rural areas. These activities include: site development activities; infrastructure activities; tourism-related activities; planning activities; training and mentoring activities; entrepreneurship activities; significant technological improvements; or other economic development activities determined by the commissioner of economic and community development to have a beneficial impact on the economy of this state. (d) Notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, the department shall post the following information on its website at least quarterly: (1) The name of each P.R.E.P. fund grant recipient; (2) The amount of each P.R.E.P. fund grant; and (3) A description of the project to be funded by each P.R.E.P. fund grant. Added by 2016 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1019, s 1, eff. 7/1/2016.
(a) Grants from the P.R.E.P. fund created in § 4-3-718 may be made in all counties where the commissioner of economic and community development determines that the grants will have a direct impact on employment and investment opportunities in the future.
(b) Grants from the P.R.E.P. fund may be made only to local governments or their economic development organizations, other political subdivisions of the state, any subdivision of state government, or to not-for-profit organizations.
(c) Grants from the P.R.E.P. fund may be used to facilitate economic development activities in rural areas or in a manner that directly impacts rural areas. These activities include: site development activities; infrastructure activities; tourism-related activities; planning activities; training and mentoring activities; entrepreneurship activities; significant technological improvements; or other economic development activities determined by the commissioner of economic and community development to have a beneficial impact on the economy of this state.
(d) Notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, the department shall post the following information on its website at least quarterly: (1) The name of each P.R.E.P. fund grant recipient; (2) The amount of each P.R.E.P. fund grant; and (3) A description of the project to be funded by each P.R.E.P. fund grant.
(1) The name of each P.R.E.P. fund grant recipient;
(2) The amount of each P.R.E.P. fund grant; and
(3) A description of the project to be funded by each P.R.E.P. fund grant.
Added by 2016 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1019, s 1, eff. 7/1/2016.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-44-111 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 44 / Section 4-44-111
[Effective until 12/31/2027, see T.C.A. 4-44-116] Gifts and donations
Status: in_force

The commission may accept, use, and dispose of gifts and donations of money, property, or personal services. Information relating to the gifts must be enumerated and submitted to the Tennessee ethics commission each quarter and must be made available to the public on the commission's internet website. Acts 2019, ch. 384, § 11.
The commission may accept, use, and dispose of gifts and donations of money, property, or personal services. Information relating to the gifts must be enumerated and submitted to the Tennessee ethics commission each quarter and must be made available to the public on the commission's internet website.
Acts 2019, ch. 384, § 11.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-35-102 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 35 / Section 4-35-102
Creation of audit committees
Status: in_force

(a) A state governing board, council, commission, or equivalent body that has the authority to hire and terminate its employees shall create an audit committee, subject to subsection (c). (b) A state governing board, council, commission, or equivalent body that is responsible for the preparation of financial statements, whether included in the financial statements of other entities or free standing, shall create an audit committee, subject to subsection (c). (c) A state governing board, council, commission, or equivalent body subject to subsections (a) and (b) may be excepted from the requirement to form an audit committee only upon the approval of the comptroller of the treasury. Acts 2005, ch. 310, § 3.
(a) A state governing board, council, commission, or equivalent body that has the authority to hire and terminate its employees shall create an audit committee, subject to subsection (c).
(b) A state governing board, council, commission, or equivalent body that is responsible for the preparation of financial statements, whether included in the financial statements of other entities or free standing, shall create an audit committee, subject to subsection (c).
(c) A state governing board, council, commission, or equivalent body subject to subsections (a) and (b) may be excepted from the requirement to form an audit committee only upon the approval of the comptroller of the treasury.
Acts 2005, ch. 310, § 3.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-6-137 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 6 / Section 4-6-137
Sale of mining products - Petros mines
Status: in_force

The commissioner of correction, by and with the consent and approval of the governor, is authorized to enter into such contracts for the sale of all coal mined at the state mines, situated at Petros, as are permitted by § 41-22-106 , the contracts to be made at such prices and covering such periods of time as, in the opinion of the commissioner, will best subserve and protect the interests of the state and the welfare of the inmates. The contracts are to be made and entered into without the necessity of advertising. Acts 1937, ch. 66, § 1; C. Supp. 1950, § 388.1; impl. am. Acts 1955, ch. 102, § 1; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-648.
The commissioner of correction, by and with the consent and approval of the governor, is authorized to enter into such contracts for the sale of all coal mined at the state mines, situated at Petros, as are permitted by § 41-22-106 , the contracts to be made at such prices and covering such periods of time as, in the opinion of the commissioner, will best subserve and protect the interests of the state and the welfare of the inmates. The contracts are to be made and entered into without the necessity of advertising.
Acts 1937, ch. 66, § 1; C. Supp. 1950, § 388.1; impl. am. Acts 1955, ch. 102, § 1; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-648.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-729 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-729
Reserved
Status: repealed

Repealed by 2017 Tenn. Acts, ch. 180, s 1, eff. 4/24/2017. Acts 1988, ch. 620, § 1.
Repealed by 2017 Tenn. Acts, ch. 180, s 1, eff. 4/24/2017.
Acts 1988, ch. 620, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-41-110 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 41 / Section 4-41-110
[Effective until 7/1/2029] Annual audit
Status: in_force

An independent audit of the program shall be performed annually by a certified, independent public accountant who shall be paid from fees collected by the corporation. The independent audit shall be submitted to the comptroller of the treasury. Acts 2015, ch. 500, § 1.
An independent audit of the program shall be performed annually by a certified, independent public accountant who shall be paid from fees collected by the corporation. The independent audit shall be submitted to the comptroller of the treasury.
Acts 2015, ch. 500, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-2708 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-2708
Continuing effect of current rules, regulations, orders, decisions and policies
Status: in_force

All current rules, regulations, orders, decisions and policies heretofore issued or promulgated by an agency of state government whose functions have been transferred under chapter 1100 of the Public Acts of 2010 to the department of intellectual and developmental disabilities shall remain in full force and effect and shall hereafter be administered and enforced by the department of disability and aging. To this end, the department of disability and aging, through its commissioner, shall have the authority, consistent with the statutes and regulations pertaining to the programs and functions transferred herein, to modify or rescind orders, rules and regulations, decisions or policies heretofore issued and to adopt, issue or promulgate new orders, rules and regulations, decisions or policies as may be necessary for the administration of the programs or functions herein transferred. Amended by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 688,s 110, eff. 7/1/2024. Acts 2010 , ch. 1100, § 152.
All current rules, regulations, orders, decisions and policies heretofore issued or promulgated by an agency of state government whose functions have been transferred under chapter 1100 of the Public Acts of 2010 to the department of intellectual and developmental disabilities shall remain in full force and effect and shall hereafter be administered and enforced by the department of disability and aging. To this end, the department of disability and aging, through its commissioner, shall have the authority, consistent with the statutes and regulations pertaining to the programs and functions transferred herein, to modify or rescind orders, rules and regulations, decisions or policies heretofore issued and to adopt, issue or promulgate new orders, rules and regulations, decisions or policies as may be necessary for the administration of the programs or functions herein transferred.
Amended by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 688,s 110, eff. 7/1/2024.
Acts 2010 , ch. 1100, § 152.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-1414 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-1414
Notice of entitlement to have state pay health insurance premium
Status: in_force

The commissioner of labor and workforce development, in performing the duties established in title 5, shall also require every business or entity that sponsors a group medical benefit contract in this state to include in each notice issued pursuant to the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 ( 29 U.S.C. § 1166 or 42 U.S.C. § 300bb-6 ), and related laws and regulations, the following additional language: You may be entitled to have the state of Tennessee pay the premium for your ongoing health insurance. For more information, contact your local department of human services. Acts 1991, ch. 420, § 2; T.C.A., § 4-3-1404 ; Acts 1999, ch. 520, § 24.
The commissioner of labor and workforce development, in performing the duties established in title 5, shall also require every business or entity that sponsors a group medical benefit contract in this state to include in each notice issued pursuant to the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 ( 29 U.S.C. § 1166 or 42 U.S.C. § 300bb-6 ), and related laws and regulations, the following additional language:
You may be entitled to have the state of Tennessee pay the premium for your ongoing health insurance. For more information, contact your local department of human services.
Acts 1991, ch. 420, § 2; T.C.A., § 4-3-1404 ; Acts 1999, ch. 520, § 24.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-1-404 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 1 / Section 4-1-404
English - Official and legal language
Status: in_force

English is hereby established as the official and legal language of Tennessee. All communications and publications, including ballots, produced by governmental entities in Tennessee shall be in English, and instruction in the public schools and colleges of Tennessee shall be conducted in English unless the nature of the course would require otherwise. Acts 1984, ch. 821, § 1.
English is hereby established as the official and legal language of Tennessee. All communications and publications, including ballots, produced by governmental entities in Tennessee shall be in English, and instruction in the public schools and colleges of Tennessee shall be conducted in English unless the nature of the course would require otherwise.
Acts 1984, ch. 821, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-42-101 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 42 / Section 4-42-101
Compliance with federal immigration laws
Status: in_force

The general assembly finds, determines, and declares that: (1) Because the matters contained in this chapter have important statewide ramifications for compliance with and enforcement of federal immigration laws and for the welfare of all citizens in this state, these matters are of statewide concern; (2) Allowing illegal immigrants to reside within this state undermines federal immigration laws and state laws allocating available resources; and (3) The attorney general and reporter and all appropriate state law enforcement agencies are to vigorously pursue all federal moneys to which the state may be entitled for the reimbursement of moneys spent to comply with federal immigration laws. Acts 2018, ch. 973, § 1.
The general assembly finds, determines, and declares that:
(1) Because the matters contained in this chapter have important statewide ramifications for compliance with and enforcement of federal immigration laws and for the welfare of all citizens in this state, these matters are of statewide concern;
(2) Allowing illegal immigrants to reside within this state undermines federal immigration laws and state laws allocating available resources; and
(3) The attorney general and reporter and all appropriate state law enforcement agencies are to vigorously pursue all federal moneys to which the state may be entitled for the reimbursement of moneys spent to comply with federal immigration laws.
Acts 2018, ch. 973, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-14-103 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 14 / Section 4-14-103
Industrial development division - Staff - Offices - Interagency cooperation
Status: in_force

(a) The industrial development division of the department of economic and community development may appoint and fix the compensation of such employees as it may deem necessary for its work. The division may also contract with industrial engineers and other consultants for such services as it may require. (b) The division shall be supplied with the necessary office space, accommodations and necessary equipment. (c) Upon request of the division, the governor may, from time to time, for the purpose of special surveys under the direction of the division, assign or detail to the division any member of any state administrative department or bureau or agency, or may direct any such department, bureau or agency to make for the division special surveys or studies requested by the division. Acts 1953, ch. 219, § 2 (Williams, § 1016.10); impl. am. Acts 1963, ch. 169, § 2; impl. am. Acts 1972, ch. 852, § 12; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-1402.
(a) The industrial development division of the department of economic and community development may appoint and fix the compensation of such employees as it may deem necessary for its work. The division may also contract with industrial engineers and other consultants for such services as it may require.
(b) The division shall be supplied with the necessary office space, accommodations and necessary equipment.
(c) Upon request of the division, the governor may, from time to time, for the purpose of special surveys under the direction of the division, assign or detail to the division any member of any state administrative department or bureau or agency, or may direct any such department, bureau or agency to make for the division special surveys or studies requested by the division.
Acts 1953, ch. 219, § 2 (Williams, § 1016.10); impl. am. Acts 1963, ch. 169, § 2; impl. am. Acts 1972, ch. 852, § 12; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-1402.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-31-509 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 31 / Section 4-31-509
Allocation of funds - Criteria
Status: in_force

In allocating loan funds to counties, the authority shall give consideration to, and apply, the following standards and criteria: (1) The need and desirability for such equipment; and (2) The ability of the county to secure borrowed money from other sources and costs thereof. Acts 1986, ch. 846, § 14.
In allocating loan funds to counties, the authority shall give consideration to, and apply, the following standards and criteria:
(1) The need and desirability for such equipment; and
(2) The ability of the county to secure borrowed money from other sources and costs thereof.
Acts 1986, ch. 846, § 14.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-48-101 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 48 / Section 4-48-101
Creation
Status: in_force

The Tennessee commission on Holocaust education is created and established in the executive branch of the state government. It shall be independent, except for administration and finance. Acts 1996, ch. 946, § 2.
The Tennessee commission on Holocaust education is created and established in the executive branch of the state government. It shall be independent, except for administration and finance.
Acts 1996, ch. 946, § 2.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-31-701 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 31 / Section 4-31-701
Short title
Status: in_force

This part shall be known and may be cited as the "Tennessee Local Development Authority Mental Health and Mental Retardation Facilities Act of 1990." Acts 1990, ch. 975, § 1.
This part shall be known and may be cited as the "Tennessee Local Development Authority Mental Health and Mental Retardation Facilities Act of 1990."
Acts 1990, ch. 975, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-22-102 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 22 / Section 4-22-102
Modified vehicles
Status: in_force

If an entity has, as part of the entity's motor vehicle fleet, motor vehicles that have been modified from the vehicles' original construction for an educational, emergency services, or public safety use or motor vehicles that are used for emergency services or law enforcement purposes, then the entity shall provide for a reduction or displacement of at least ten percent (10%) of the current petroleum products consumed by those motor vehicles in the entity's reduction and displacement plan. Acts 2007, ch. 489, § 2.
If an entity has, as part of the entity's motor vehicle fleet, motor vehicles that have been modified from the vehicles' original construction for an educational, emergency services, or public safety use or motor vehicles that are used for emergency services or law enforcement purposes, then the entity shall provide for a reduction or displacement of at least ten percent (10%) of the current petroleum products consumed by those motor vehicles in the entity's reduction and displacement plan.
Acts 2007, ch. 489, § 2.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-31-408 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 31 / Section 4-31-408
Preparation and approval of agreements - Approval of funding - Payments subject to audit
Status: in_force

(a) The authority shall prepare, and the attorney general and reporter shall approve, a form of loan agreement to be used to evidence loans made to local government units pursuant to this part. (b) All loan agreements entered into pursuant to this part shall be subject to approval by the commissioner of finance and administration as to funding. (c) All payments made pursuant to loan agreements shall be made on vouchers approved by the authority, and such payments shall be subject to audit at any time. Acts 1986, ch. 846, § 13; 1990, ch. 885, § 16.
(a) The authority shall prepare, and the attorney general and reporter shall approve, a form of loan agreement to be used to evidence loans made to local government units pursuant to this part.
(b) All loan agreements entered into pursuant to this part shall be subject to approval by the commissioner of finance and administration as to funding.
(c) All payments made pursuant to loan agreements shall be made on vouchers approved by the authority, and such payments shall be subject to audit at any time.
Acts 1986, ch. 846, § 13; 1990, ch. 885, § 16.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-41-104 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 41 / Section 4-41-104
[Effective until 7/1/2029] Authority to enter contractual and promotional agreements - Permitted expenditures
Status: in_force

The corporation may enter into contractual and promotional agreements necessary to effectively stimulate the program for the purposes of educating persons regarding the construction industry and recruiting persons for careers in the industry. The corporation's expenditures may include, but are not limited to, the following: (1) Print, digital, and radio and television advertising; (2) Promotional materials; (3) Media campaigns; (4) Videos; (5) Brochures; (6) Website development and maintenance; and (7) Database development and maintenance. Acts 2015, ch. 500, § 1.
The corporation may enter into contractual and promotional agreements necessary to effectively stimulate the program for the purposes of educating persons regarding the construction industry and recruiting persons for careers in the industry. The corporation's expenditures may include, but are not limited to, the following:
(1) Print, digital, and radio and television advertising;
(2) Promotional materials;
(3) Media campaigns;
(4) Videos;
(5) Brochures;
(6) Website development and maintenance; and
(7) Database development and maintenance.
Acts 2015, ch. 500, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-1-205 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 1 / Section 4-1-205
State capital
Status: in_force

The city of Nashville, in the county of Davidson, is the seat of the state government. Code 1858, § 74 (deriv. Const. 1834, schedule, § 2); Shan., § 92; Code 1932, § 100; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-105.
The city of Nashville, in the county of Davidson, is the seat of the state government.
Code 1858, § 74 (deriv. Const. 1834, schedule, § 2); Shan., § 92; Code 1932, § 100; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 4-105.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-3-508 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 4-3-508
Contracts and leases entered into prior to July 1, 1991 - Rules, regulations, orders and decisions issued or promulgated by the department
Status: in_force

(a) All contracts or leases entered into prior to July l, 1991, by the department of environment and conservation or its predecessor in name, the department of conservation, with any entity, corporation, agency, enterprise or person pertaining to § 11-1-108 , title 11, chapter 4, §§ 43-14-216 , 54-17-105 , 54-17-109 and 67-5-1004 , shall continue in full force and effect as to all essential terms and conditions of the contracts in existence on July 1, 1991, to the same extent as if such contracts had originally been entered into by and between such entity, corporation, agency, enterprise or person and the department of agriculture, unless and until such contracts or leases are amended or modified by the parties to such contracts or leases. (b) All rules, regulations, orders and decisions heretofore issued or promulgated by the department of environment and conservation or its predecessor in name, the department of conservation, pursuant to § 11-1-108 , title 11, chapter 4, §§ 43-14-216 , 54-17-105 , 54-17-109 and 67-5-1004 , shall remain in full force and effect and shall hereafter be administered and enforced by the department of agriculture. To this end, the department of agriculture, through the commissioner, has the authority, consistent with the statutes and regulations pertaining to the programs and functions transferred in § 11-1-108 , title 11, chapter 4, §§ 43-14-216 , 54-17-105 , 54-17-109 and 67-5-1004 , to modify or rescind orders or rules and regulations heretofore issued and to adopt, issue or promulgate new orders or rules and regulations necessary for the administration of the programs or functions of the department of agriculture transferred in this section. Acts 1992, ch. 693, §§ 19, 20.
(a) All contracts or leases entered into prior to July l, 1991, by the department of environment and conservation or its predecessor in name, the department of conservation, with any entity, corporation, agency, enterprise or person pertaining to § 11-1-108 , title 11, chapter 4, §§ 43-14-216 , 54-17-105 , 54-17-109 and 67-5-1004 , shall continue in full force and effect as to all essential terms and conditions of the contracts in existence on July 1, 1991, to the same extent as if such contracts had originally been entered into by and between such entity, corporation, agency, enterprise or person and the department of agriculture, unless and until such contracts or leases are amended or modified by the parties to such contracts or leases.
(b) All rules, regulations, orders and decisions heretofore issued or promulgated by the department of environment and conservation or its predecessor in name, the department of conservation, pursuant to § 11-1-108 , title 11, chapter 4, §§ 43-14-216 , 54-17-105 , 54-17-109 and 67-5-1004 , shall remain in full force and effect and shall hereafter be administered and enforced by the department of agriculture. To this end, the department of agriculture, through the commissioner, has the authority, consistent with the statutes and regulations pertaining to the programs and functions transferred in § 11-1-108 , title 11, chapter 4, §§ 43-14-216 , 54-17-105 , 54-17-109 and 67-5-1004 , to modify or rescind orders or rules and regulations heretofore issued and to adopt, issue or promulgate new orders or rules and regulations necessary for the administration of the programs or functions of the department of agriculture transferred in this section.
Acts 1992, ch. 693, §§ 19, 20.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-41-106 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 41 / Section 4-41-106
[Effective until 7/1/2029] Duties and powers of corporation
Status: in_force

(a) The corporation shall implement the program to promote and encourage the recruitment of potential construction workers, and to encourage the development of training programs and create opportunities for new, skilled construction workers in this state. (b) The corporation may cooperate with state and local governments, private organizations, and citizens, as it plans and engages in activities related to the program. In addition to the funds received pursuant to § 4-41-105(b) , the corporation may receive funds from individuals, businesses, governmental entities, foundation grants, and the state as appropriated by the general assembly. (c) All costs to underwrite the corporation's activities related to the program shall be paid from revenues of the corporation, and no state employee or any other person associated with the corporation shall benefit from the expenditures, either directly or indirectly. (d) The corporation may exercise all powers authorized pursuant to the Tennessee Nonprofit Corporation Act, compiled in title 48, chapters 51-68. (e) The corporation may request assistance from any agency of state government, subject to existing statutes, rules, and policies. Acts 2015, ch. 500, § 1.
(a) The corporation shall implement the program to promote and encourage the recruitment of potential construction workers, and to encourage the development of training programs and create opportunities for new, skilled construction workers in this state.
(b) The corporation may cooperate with state and local governments, private organizations, and citizens, as it plans and engages in activities related to the program. In addition to the funds received pursuant to § 4-41-105(b) , the corporation may receive funds from individuals, businesses, governmental entities, foundation grants, and the state as appropriated by the general assembly.
(c) All costs to underwrite the corporation's activities related to the program shall be paid from revenues of the corporation, and no state employee or any other person associated with the corporation shall benefit from the expenditures, either directly or indirectly.
(d) The corporation may exercise all powers authorized pursuant to the Tennessee Nonprofit Corporation Act, compiled in title 48, chapters 51-68.
(e) The corporation may request assistance from any agency of state government, subject to existing statutes, rules, and policies.
Acts 2015, ch. 500, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-12-302 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 12 / Section 4-12-302
Tennessee state museum - Defined
Status: in_force

As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires, "Tennessee state museum" means the facility operated as the military branch of the Tennessee state museum in the War Memorial Building, the facility located in the James K. Polk Building, and the Bill Haslam Center located at 1000 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard. Amended by 2020 Tenn. Acts, ch. 800, s 3, eff. 7/15/2020. Amended by 2018 Tenn. Acts, ch. 821, s 14, eff. 4/24/2018. Acts 1983, ch. 420. § 3.
As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires, "Tennessee state museum" means the facility operated as the military branch of the Tennessee state museum in the War Memorial Building, the facility located in the James K. Polk Building, and the Bill Haslam Center located at 1000 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard.
Amended by 2020 Tenn. Acts, ch. 800, s 3, eff. 7/15/2020.
Amended by 2018 Tenn. Acts, ch. 821, s 14, eff. 4/24/2018.
Acts 1983, ch. 420. § 3.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-21-805 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 21 / Section 4-21-805
Enforcement
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The state of Tennessee or a person who is discriminated against in violation of this part may enforce this part by means of a civil action. (2) A person found to violate any of this part is liable for the actual damages caused by such violation and such other amount as may be determined by a jury or a court sitting without a jury, but in no case less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250), plus, in addition thereto, reasonable attorney's fees and court costs as may be determined by the court. (b) (1) A person who commits an act or engages in any pattern and practice of discrimination in violation of this part may be enjoined therefrom by a court of competent jurisdiction. (2) An action for injunction under this subsection (b) may be brought by a person who is discriminated against in violation of this part by the state, or by a person or entity that will fairly and adequately represent the interests of the protected class. (c) Nothing in this part shall preclude any person from seeking any other remedies, penalties or procedures provided by law. No criminal penalties shall attach for a violation of this part. Acts 1990, ch. 1053, § 5.
(a) (1) The state of Tennessee or a person who is discriminated against in violation of this part may enforce this part by means of a civil action. (2) A person found to violate any of this part is liable for the actual damages caused by such violation and such other amount as may be determined by a jury or a court sitting without a jury, but in no case less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250), plus, in addition thereto, reasonable attorney's fees and court costs as may be determined by the court.
(1) The state of Tennessee or a person who is discriminated against in violation of this part may enforce this part by means of a civil action.
(2) A person found to violate any of this part is liable for the actual damages caused by such violation and such other amount as may be determined by a jury or a court sitting without a jury, but in no case less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250), plus, in addition thereto, reasonable attorney's fees and court costs as may be determined by the court.
(b) (1) A person who commits an act or engages in any pattern and practice of discrimination in violation of this part may be enjoined therefrom by a court of competent jurisdiction. (2) An action for injunction under this subsection (b) may be brought by a person who is discriminated against in violation of this part by the state, or by a person or entity that will fairly and adequately represent the interests of the protected class.
(1) A person who commits an act or engages in any pattern and practice of discrimination in violation of this part may be enjoined therefrom by a court of competent jurisdiction.
(2) An action for injunction under this subsection (b) may be brought by a person who is discriminated against in violation of this part by the state, or by a person or entity that will fairly and adequately represent the interests of the protected class.
(c) Nothing in this part shall preclude any person from seeking any other remedies, penalties or procedures provided by law. No criminal penalties shall attach for a violation of this part.
Acts 1990, ch. 1053, § 5.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-31-705 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 31 / Section 4-31-705
Repayment of loans
Status: in_force

(a) The authority shall establish a repayment schedule to be made by a grantee under a loan agreement. (b) Such repayments shall be in such amounts as will be at least sufficient, together with other funds available therefor, to pay the principal of, and interest on, authority bonds and notes issued for the purpose of providing loans pursuant to this part and as may be necessary for the authority to maintain a reserve for debt service and to pay costs of administration. Acts 1990, ch. 975, § 1.
(a) The authority shall establish a repayment schedule to be made by a grantee under a loan agreement.
(b) Such repayments shall be in such amounts as will be at least sufficient, together with other funds available therefor, to pay the principal of, and interest on, authority bonds and notes issued for the purpose of providing loans pursuant to this part and as may be necessary for the authority to maintain a reserve for debt service and to pay costs of administration.
Acts 1990, ch. 975, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-43-101 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 43 / Section 4-43-101
Creation
Status: in_force

There is hereby created the office of state geographer. Acts 1993, ch. 274, § 1.
There is hereby created the office of state geographer.
Acts 1993, ch. 274, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-10-117 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 10 / Section 4-10-117
Passenger rail service linking major cities - Study - Report
Status: in_force

(a) The Tennessee advisory commission on intergovernmental relations (TACIR) shall conduct a study and prepare a report on recommendations regarding the potential for passenger rail service linking the major cities in each of the grand divisions of the state. (b) (1) The study and report must: (A) Identify the alignment, condition, and ownership of tracks; (B) Define an integrated network for intercity rail travel; (C) Provide alternatives for intermodal connections between the affected airports and passenger rail services; and (D) Survey projects initiated over the past ten (10) years involving the initiation of new state-sponsored Amtrak intercity passenger rail. (2) In assembling the report, TACIR shall collect data from at least three (3) state departments of transportation that have successfully initiated or are in the process of initiating new Amtrak intercity passenger rail service. (3) Information to be assembled must include, but not be limited to, the stakeholders involved, the process by which the new service was negotiated among the stakeholders, all costs related to establishing the new service, ridership estimates, and other matters that will inform the general assembly on successful launching of the surveyed service. Applicable costs to be included must consist of operational feasibility studies, rights-of-way and property acquisitions, new and upgraded operations, passenger stations, equipment acquisition, and actual or anticipated operational and ongoing costs. Information concerning stakeholders shall not only include state departments of transportation, host railroads, and Amtrak, but also state-created entities tasked with sponsoring and managing the new Amtrak intercity passenger rail service. (c) All appropriate state departments and agencies shall provide assistance to TACIR in connection with the study required by subsection (a). (d) On or before July 1, 2023, TACIR shall report its findings and recommendations, including any proposed legislation, regarding the potential for passenger rail service and projects initiated over the past ten (10) years involving the initiation of new state-sponsored Amtrak intercity passenger rail to the chair of the transportation committee of the house of representatives, the chair of the transportation and safety committee of the senate, and the legislative librarian. Added by 2022 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1114, s 1, eff. 6/1/2022.
(a) The Tennessee advisory commission on intergovernmental relations (TACIR) shall conduct a study and prepare a report on recommendations regarding the potential for passenger rail service linking the major cities in each of the grand divisions of the state.
(b) (1) The study and report must: (A) Identify the alignment, condition, and ownership of tracks; (B) Define an integrated network for intercity rail travel; (C) Provide alternatives for intermodal connections between the affected airports and passenger rail services; and (D) Survey projects initiated over the past ten (10) years involving the initiation of new state-sponsored Amtrak intercity passenger rail. (2) In assembling the report, TACIR shall collect data from at least three (3) state departments of transportation that have successfully initiated or are in the process of initiating new Amtrak intercity passenger rail service. (3) Information to be assembled must include, but not be limited to, the stakeholders involved, the process by which the new service was negotiated among the stakeholders, all costs related to establishing the new service, ridership estimates, and other matters that will inform the general assembly on successful launching of the surveyed service. Applicable costs to be included must consist of operational feasibility studies, rights-of-way and property acquisitions, new and upgraded operations, passenger stations, equipment acquisition, and actual or anticipated operational and ongoing costs. Information concerning stakeholders shall not only include state departments of transportation, host railroads, and Amtrak, but also state-created entities tasked with sponsoring and managing the new Amtrak intercity passenger rail service.
(1) The study and report must: (A) Identify the alignment, condition, and ownership of tracks; (B) Define an integrated network for intercity rail travel; (C) Provide alternatives for intermodal connections between the affected airports and passenger rail services; and (D) Survey projects initiated over the past ten (10) years involving the initiation of new state-sponsored Amtrak intercity passenger rail.
(A) Identify the alignment, condition, and ownership of tracks;
(B) Define an integrated network for intercity rail travel;
(C) Provide alternatives for intermodal connections between the affected airports and passenger rail services; and
(D) Survey projects initiated over the past ten (10) years involving the initiation of new state-sponsored Amtrak intercity passenger rail.
(2) In assembling the report, TACIR shall collect data from at least three (3) state departments of transportation that have successfully initiated or are in the process of initiating new Amtrak intercity passenger rail service.
(3) Information to be assembled must include, but not be limited to, the stakeholders involved, the process by which the new service was negotiated among the stakeholders, all costs related to establishing the new service, ridership estimates, and other matters that will inform the general assembly on successful launching of the surveyed service. Applicable costs to be included must consist of operational feasibility studies, rights-of-way and property acquisitions, new and upgraded operations, passenger stations, equipment acquisition, and actual or anticipated operational and ongoing costs. Information concerning stakeholders shall not only include state departments of transportation, host railroads, and Amtrak, but also state-created entities tasked with sponsoring and managing the new Amtrak intercity passenger rail service.
(c) All appropriate state departments and agencies shall provide assistance to TACIR in connection with the study required by subsection (a).
(d) On or before July 1, 2023, TACIR shall report its findings and recommendations, including any proposed legislation, regarding the potential for passenger rail service and projects initiated over the past ten (10) years involving the initiation of new state-sponsored Amtrak intercity passenger rail to the chair of the transportation committee of the house of representatives, the chair of the transportation and safety committee of the senate, and the legislative librarian.
Added by 2022 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1114, s 1, eff. 6/1/2022.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-13-701 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 13 / Section 4-13-701
Sale or transfer of land containing historically significant buildings or adjacent to such land
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, subject to the approval by the state building commission, the state is authorized to sell or negotiate a transfer of any parcel of land that contains a building having historical significance, or is immediately adjacent to a parcel of land that contains a building having historical significance under the following conditions: (1) No public funds are being appropriated for maintenance or preservation of the property; (2) The state is not maintaining or preserving the property; and (3) The use of the property is not available to the general public. Acts 1996, ch. 960, § 1; T.C.A. § 4-13-1001 .
Notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, subject to the approval by the state building commission, the state is authorized to sell or negotiate a transfer of any parcel of land that contains a building having historical significance, or is immediately adjacent to a parcel of land that contains a building having historical significance under the following conditions:
(1) No public funds are being appropriated for maintenance or preservation of the property;
(2) The state is not maintaining or preserving the property; and
(3) The use of the property is not available to the general public.
Acts 1996, ch. 960, § 1; T.C.A. § 4-13-1001 .
Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-46-102 — TN Code / Title 4 / Chapter 46 / Section 4-46-102
Establishment of SAME program for individuals with disabilities - Purpose
Status: in_force

(a) There is established the SAME program for individuals with disabilities. (b) The purpose of the SAME program is to ensure that state agencies and departments design and proactively implement best, promising, and emerging policies, practices, and procedures related to the recruitment, hiring, advancement, and retention of qualified individuals with disabilities. Acts 2021, ch. 575, § 1.
(a) There is established the SAME program for individuals with disabilities.
(b) The purpose of the SAME program is to ensure that state agencies and departments design and proactively implement best, promising, and emerging policies, practices, and procedures related to the recruitment, hiring, advancement, and retention of qualified individuals with disabilities.
Acts 2021, ch. 575, § 1.