Terms Used In Tennessee Code 71-5-1309

  • Fiscal year: The fiscal year is the accounting period for the government. For the federal government, this begins on October 1 and ends on September 30. The fiscal year is designated by the calendar year in which it ends; for example, fiscal year 2006 begins on October 1, 2005 and ends on September 30, 2006.

This part shall have no application unless funding is specifically provided for and included in the general appropriations act. During any fiscal year, payments under this part shall not exceed the level of funding specifically provided for such purposes within the general appropriations act.