Image Learn about Civics 101 Civics 101: Know Your Government We have created several guides to help you know your government.
2017-2018 Tennessee Blue Book The Tennessee Blue Book serves as a manual of useful information on our state and government, both past and present. It contains information on the makeup of Tennessee state government, state history, national and state constitutions, most
Image Civics Lesson Plans & Resources These lesson plans were created by Tennessee teachers for Tennessee teachers. The goal of these lesson plans is to allow teachers, with an emphasis on social studies, to easily incorporate aspects of civic engagement and citizenship into
Image Tennessee Blue Book: A History of Tennessee - Student Edition An external link to our Tennessee Blue Book: A History of Tennessee - Student Edition
Image Certificate of Records Destruction When records are destroyed, a Certificate of Records Destruction (CRD) form must be filled out and submitted to Records Management. This form documents the destruction date, record series, RDA number, date range for the records, volume
Order copies of documents The request must include the following: The Tennessee Secretary of State control number The legal name of the business as listed on the Tennessee Secretary of State record Indicate the desired documents Contact information for the requester
Image Search Businesses Search by business name or Secretary of State Control Number in order to file annual reports and other amendments or to view the business detail.
Image Statewide RDA List A Records Disposition Authorization (RDA) defines the proper storage and disposal method for a State record series. It includes a description of the record series, a retention schedule, destruction method, and other information. A statewide
2015-2016 Tennessee Blue Book The Tennessee Blue Book serves as a manual of useful information on our state and government, both past and present. It contains information on the makeup of Tennessee state government, state history, national and state constitutions, most
Image File Amendments or update a Business Record Search for a business by business name or Secretary of State control number in order to file amendments or make changes to a business record.
2013-2014 Tennessee Blue Book The Tennessee Blue Book serves as a manual of useful information on our state and government, both past and present. It contains information on the makeup of Tennessee state government, state history, national and state constitutions, most
2007-2008 Tennessee Blue Book The Tennessee Blue Book serves as a manual of useful information on our state and government, both past and present. It contains information on the makeup of Tennessee state government, state history, national and state constitutions, most
2009-2010 Tennessee Blue Book The Tennessee Blue Book serves as a manual of useful information on our state and government, both past and present. It contains information on the makeup of Tennessee state government, state history, national and state constitutions, most
2011-2012 Tennessee Blue Book The Tennessee Blue Book serves as a manual of useful information on our state and government, both past and present. It contains information on the makeup of Tennessee state government, state history, national and state constitutions, most
Image Search Effective RDAs A Records Disposition Authorization (RDA) defines the proper storage and disposal method for a State record series. It includes a description of the record series, a retention schedule, destruction method, and other information. The Records
Image File Annual Reports File an Annual Report for a business entity registered in the State of Tennessee.
Image State Records Center This link will take you to the external website of the State Records Center
Image Tennessee Blue Book The Tennessee Blue Book is filled with useful information about our state, both past and present, including the makeup of Tennessee state government, state history, national and state constitutions, most recent election results and census
Blue Book Lesson Plans The following lesson plans were created by Tennessee teachers from across the state utilizing the Tennessee Blue Book, a great resource for information about state government.
2019-2020 Tennessee Blue Book The Tennessee Blue Book serves as a manual of useful information on our state and government, both past and present. It contains information on the makeup of Tennessee state government, state history, national and state constitutions, most
Image 2021-2022 Tennessee Blue Book The Tennessee Blue Book serves as a manual of useful information on our state and government, both past and present. It contains information on the makeup of Tennessee state government, state history, national and state constitutions, most
Image Teacher Resources A list of resources for teachers who teach civics and government including lesson plans and links.
2005-2006 Tennessee Blue Book The Tennessee Blue Book serves as a manual of useful information on our state and government, both past and present. It contains information on the makeup of Tennessee state government, state history, national and state constitutions, most
Image Sign up for the Civics Outreach Newsletter You are invited to join the Secretary of State’s Civics Outreach Newsletter. By registering with the respective email list, you will receive emails regarding the Secretary of State’s civics outreach programs.
County & Local Government Resources and links for knowing more about your county and local government.
Executive Branch An overview of the role that the executive branch plays in Tennessee State Government.
Information for Applicants This guide contains information for individuals who want to apply to participate in the Safe at Home Address Confidentiality Program. Eligible individuals can participate at no cost. Image
Best Practices and Procedures We have created a document to help you follow best practices for managing your records. Download our Official Records Management Best Practices and Procedures Image
From Territory to Statehood The territory of Tennessee originally consisted of six counties--Washington, Sullivan, Greene, Davidson, Sumner, and Tennessee (later Montgomery & Robertson)--under the jurisdiction of North Carolina from 1777 to 1788. The counties Image
State Capitol The Tennessee State Capitol, one of the most historic structures in the State of Tennessee, is located in Nashville. This magnificent Greek Revival building was designed by architect William Strickland. Completed in 1859, it is one of the
Tennessee State Constitution The first constitution of the state of Tennessee was adopted in 1796. The constitution was drafted in Knoxville by a convention consisting of 55 delegates. Once it was completed, the delegates sent the Constitution to Washington City for
Safe at Home - Useful Links and Information This guide provides links to our forms, documents, and links to resources for victims of domestic abuse, stalking, human trafficking, rape, sexual battery, or any other sexual offense. Image
About Hosting Voter Registration Drives The Secretary of State’s office partners with colleges and universities across the state to host voter registration drives in September for National Voter Registration Month and throughout the year. Image
Citizenship What are the responsibilities of citizens? How can you be more involved in the elections and government process?
Students: Ways to Grow as a Young Citizen Are you a student interested in learning about civics and government? Below are some organizations with civic engagement programs that you might be interested in joining. Image
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