# Tenn. Code Ann. § 8-30-105: Rules have force and effect of law

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_TN_T8_C30_S8-30-105

## Section

- **Citation:** Tenn. Code Ann. § 8-30-105
- **Heading:** Rules have force and effect of law
- **Jurisdiction:** Tennessee
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** TN Code / Title 8 / Chapter 30 / Section 8-30-105

## Text

Rules adopted under this chapter shall have the force and effect of law, and may include any provision relating to state employment consistent with the laws of this state, which may be necessary or appropriate to give effect to the provisions and purposes of this chapter. Acts 2012, ch. 800, § 6.
Rules adopted under this chapter shall have the force and effect of law, and may include any provision relating to state employment consistent with the laws of this state, which may be necessary or appropriate to give effect to the provisions and purposes of this chapter.
Acts 2012, ch. 800, § 6.

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- [Tenn. Code Ann. § 8-30-108 Board of appeals](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_TN_T8_C30_S8-30-108.md)
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