The commissioner has the power to conduct or cause to be conducted hearings relating to the fact determination that the department is authorized or required to make; provided, that the commissioner, and any officer or employee of the department upon written authorization from the commissioner, has the power to administer oaths and affirmations, take depositions, issue subpoenas, and require the production of any books and records that may be necessary.
Structure 2021 Tennessee Code
Part 1 - Department of Human Services
§ 71-1-103. Department Created
§ 71-1-106. Appointment of Chief Officer and Personnel
§ 71-1-107. Duties of Commissioner
§ 71-1-108. Authority Over Personnel
§ 71-1-109. Legal Assistance — Property — Rules
§ 71-1-111. Hearings — Evidence
§ 71-1-113. Expenditure of Funds
§ 71-1-114. Compliance With Federal Requirements Authorized
§ 71-1-115. Conditions Imposed on Local Governments
§ 71-1-117. Public Inspection of Welfare Lists
§ 71-1-119. Utilization of Senior Citizens' Services
§ 71-1-120. Federal Funds — Administrative Economy
§ 71-1-121. Access to Public Assistance Records by Authorized Counsel