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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 Management Division of the Tennessee Department of State is charged with ensuring that State Agencies retain and store State records in a proper manner.

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