Treasurer, State - As introduced, allows the state treasurer to enter into an agreement with an entity to carry out certain activities in order to serve as a facility to securely produce, store, process, and ship bullion products for the state's depository. - Amends TCA Title 9, Chapter 4.

HB 440 allows Tennessee's state treasurer to contract with qualified private manufacturers to operate a designated "Tennessee Mint" facility. This facility would securely produce, store, process, and ship gold and precious metal bullion products for the state's depository, directly affecting the treasurer, eligible manufacturers meeting strict criteria (e.g., 50+ years in coin production), and residents purchasing state-backed bullion. The bill establishes specific requirements for "eligible entities" and mandates a formal agreement process under state procurement rules. It builds on prior legislation (2023) authorizing state gold bullion sales, focusing on secure production and distribution channels.