Tennessee Code Title 4. State Government § 4-20-105

(1) Hold public hearings;

(2) Enter into contracts, within the limit of funds available therefor, with individuals, organizations and institutions for services furthering the objectives of the commission's programs;

(3) Enter into contracts, within the limit of funds available therefor, with local and regional associations for cooperative endeavors furthering the objectives of the commission's programs;

(4) Accept gifts, contributions and bequests of unrestricted funds from individuals, foundations, corporations and other organizations or institutions for the purpose of furthering the objectives of the commission's programs;

(5) Make and sign any agreements and do and perform any acts that may be necessary to carry out the purposes of this part; and

(6) Promulgate rules and regulations pursuant to the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in chapter 5 of this title.