Tenn. Code § 70-8-305
The list of endangered species promulgated by the commissioner pursuant to § 70-8-304(2) shall be made on the basis of the investigations authorized by § 70-8-304(1), other available scientific and commercial data, and appropriate consultation with federal agencies, other interested state agencies, other states having a common interest in the species and other interested persons and organizations. The commissioner of agriculture shall review the listing of endangered species before it becomes final and shall concur in the listing of any endangered species before that species may be listed. This listing shall be reviewed at least once every three (3) years and may be amended as necessary. Notwithstanding § 4-5-202 to the contrary, the public through a public hearing shall be provided an opportunity for participation in this listing of plants.
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