(a) The governor has the authority to transfer any functions between the departments created and established by chapter 3 of this title, except to or from the department of audit, in the interest of a more economical and efficient state service.

Terms Used In Tennessee Code 4-4-102

  • State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the several territories of the United States. See Tennessee Code 1-3-105
(b) The governor shall make each such transfer by an executive order, a copy of which shall be filed with the secretary of state.