Tennessee § 37-5-116 - Non-discrimination.
Full text of Tennessee Tennessee Code Annotated § 37-5-116 — Non-discrimination., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 37-5-116. Non-discrimination.
No person shall, on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, age or ability to pay, be excluded from participation, be denied the benefits of or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity operated by the department of children's services. This shall include, but not be limited to, contracts for services, employment or services to consumers. Acts 1996, ch. 1079, § 183.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tennessee § 37-5-116
What does Tennessee Code Annotated § 37-5-116 cover?
Section 37-5-116 ("Non-discrimination.") is part of the Tennessee Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Tennessee. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Tennessee § 37-5-116?
A common citation format is "Tennessee Code Annotated § 37-5-116" (Tennessee). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Tennessee law?
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