Tennessee Code Title 63. Professions of the Healing Arts § 63-10-301

(a) There is created a board of pharmacy, referred to herein as the “board,” to be administratively attached to and receive administrative support from the division of health related boards within the department of health.

(b) The responsibility for enforcement of the provisions of parts 2-7 of this chapter and all laws that pertain to the practice of pharmacy is vested in the board.

(c) The board has all of the duties, powers, responsibilities, and authority necessary for the enforcement of parts 2-7 of this chapter, as well as other duties, powers, and authority as it may be granted.

(d) The board shall cooperate with state and federal agencies regarding any violations of a pharmacy drug or drug-related law.

(e) If a state of emergency is declared that involves the board under this part, then the board may waive the requirements of this chapter to protect the public health, safety, or welfare of its citizens and to facilitate the provision of drugs, devices, and pharmacist care services to the public.