You can file form SS-4800 to change the mailing address by mail or in person. A change in Registered Agent or principal address requires filing Articles of Amendment and paying the statutory $20 filing fee. Forms can be found on our the Forms & Fees page for mail and in person filings.
Where can I get a Student Edition of the Tennessee Blue Book?
How do I apply for an initial workers’ compensation exemption?
The Secretary of State's office will no longer be accepting Worker's Compensation filings.
The Worker's Compensation Exemption Registry has been moved to the Department of Labor and Workforce Development. Filings may be submitted with them beginning November 7, 2022, at exemptionregistry.tn.gov
For questions regarding Worker's Compensation Exemption filings, please call (615)532-1319
How often is the Tennessee Blue Book published?
The Tennessee Blue Book is published every two years. The 2021–2022 Tennessee Blue Book will be released in Spring 2022.
How do I apply for a subsequent workers’ compensation exemption?
The Secretary of State's office will no longer be accepting Worker's Compensation filings.
The Worker's Compensation Exemption Registry has been moved to the Department of Labor and Workforce Development. Filings may be submitted with them beginning November 7, 2022 at exemptionregistry.tn.gov
For questions regarding Worker's Compensation Exemption filings, please call (615)532-1319
Will I have to pay for a Tennessee Blue Book?
No, Tennessee Blue Books are free to Tennessee residents
I am a teacher, how can I get Tennessee Blue Books for my students?
The Tennessee Blue Book is a great resource for teachers and students alike.
Digital versions of the Tennessee Blue Book can be found here.
There is also a Student Edition site targeted towards Tennessee history www.tnsoshistory.com/
How can I incorporate the Tennessee Blue Book in my lesson plan?
Lesson plans are available here and are broken down by grade level.
An Administrative dissolution occurs for the following reasons:
Failure to file an annual report
Being without a registered agent
A foreign entity fails to maintain its assumed name due to a name conflict
Returned payment by a financial institution
How can I receive a Tennessee Blue Book if I live in a different state?
Tennessee Blue Books are subject to availability to out-of-state residents and may not be readily available upon initial release.
Please note if you live out-of-state and fill out a request form online, your request may be delayed to ensure availability to Tennessee citizens. Since the Tennessee Blue Book is released in the spring, we recommend waiting until the end of the year to inquire about availability.
What is a Certificate of Existence?
A certificate of existence is a document issued by our office that certifies that an entity is active and in good standing.
Is Training available for Application Assistants?
Training is available via WebEx. Please contact Safe at Home directly for scheduling.
Can I search for registrants on the Workers’ Compensation Exemption Registry?
The Secretary of State's office will no longer be accepting Worker's Compensation filings.
The Worker's Compensation Exemption Registry has been moved to the Department of Labor and Workforce Development. Filings may be submitted with them beginning November 7, 2022 at exemptionregistry.tn.gov
For questions regarding Worker's Compensation Exemption filings, please call (615)532-1319