Tennessee Code Title 41. Correctional Institutions and Inmates § 41-22-406

(a)(1)(A) The board has such powers as are necessary to effectively carry out its mission as defined in § 41-22-403. It is the intent of the general assembly that the board should be as free as is possible to operate its facilities and to pursue its mission with the principles of free enterprise. Notwithstanding any law to the contrary, the board, in consultation with the commissioner of human resources, may adopt policies governing supplemental pay plans. These plans shall reward performance of the employees of TRICOR and relate to the unique responsibilities of TRICOR.

(B) Any compensation awarded under this section shall not be considered as an addition to base pay and is further limited to the period outlined in the approved policy. Supplemental pay policies shall ensure that funds are distributed in a fair manner without bias on account of race, color, sex, age, national origin or political affiliation.

(C) The supplemental pay policies shall be based on measurable criteria to reward performance. Pay plans shall be consistent with the mission of TRICOR and shall emphasize safety and security in the workplace.

(D) The guidelines and criteria for receiving supplemental pay shall be developed in the best interest of all TRICOR employees and the criteria shall be clearly communicated with all affected employees. Employee input will be considered in the development process.

(E) The state and local government committee of the senate and the state government committee of the house of representatives shall review any proposed supplemental pay plan and shall make comments to the commissioner of human resources prior to its implementation. Any comment shall be made within thirty (30) days after receipt by the committee of the proposed supplemental pay plan.