The department, through its commissioner, shall have the authority to receive, administer, allocate, disburse and supervise any grants and funds from whatever sources, including, but not limited to, the federal, state, county and municipal governments on a state, regional, county or any other basis, with respect to any programs or responsibilities outlined in this chapter or assigned to the department by law, regulation or order. Exercise of this authority shall not be inconsistent with laws or regulations governing the appropriation and disbursement of funds as administered by the department of finance and administration.
Structure 2021 Tennessee Code
Chapter 5 - Department of Children's Services
§ 37-5-103. Chapter Definitions
§ 37-5-105. Powers and Duties of Commissioner
§ 37-5-108. Conflict of Interest
§ 37-5-116. Non-Discrimination
§ 37-5-117. Youth Service Officers — Qualifications
§ 37-5-120. Library Region — Creation
§ 37-5-126. Children's Mental Health Care — Development of Plan, Projects and Programs
§ 37-5-129. Review of New Departmental Policies
§ 37-5-130. Cessation of Operations — Permanent Education Records