Tenn. Code Ann. § 9-4-208: Appropriations to promote industries and facilities involving modern technologies - Audits

(a) It is in the interest of this state to promote, encourage and foster the commercial and economic interests of the state by attraction of industries, educational and research facilities, and other facilities involving modern technologies. In furtherance of this end, the general assembly may appropriate funds to organizations that carry out these purposes.

(b) The comptroller of the treasury shall have the authority to audit any funds appropriated and/or expended pursuant to this section.