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Tennessee Senate Bill SJR0067

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

Tennessee Senate Bill SJR0067

Introduced
1/23/23  
Engrossed
2/27/23  
Enrolled
3/14/23  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of William C. Rhodes III to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee.

Impact

The passage of SJR0067 clarifies the appointment process for significant positions within the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee, contributing to the stability and governance of educational oversight in the state. By confirming Mr. Rhodes, who brings extensive experience as the chairman and CEO of AutoZone, the resolution leverages his business acumen for the betterment of the university. This illustrates the importance of having individuals with solid professional backgrounds in leadership roles within academic governance.

Summary

SJR0067 is a Senate Joint Resolution aimed at confirming the appointment of William C. Rhodes III to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee. The resolution highlights that the governance of the university is dictated by Tennessee Code Annotated, which mandates the governor to appoint ten members to the board. This confirmation is crucial as it reinforces the regulatory framework governing state institutions of higher education in Tennessee.

Contention

While the resolution passed with unanimous support, the discussions surrounding such appointments can often evoke differing opinions on representation within the board. Some stakeholders might raise questions regarding the diversity of perspectives in leadership roles within the university. However, in this particular instance, there was a consensus on Mr. Rhodes's qualifications, which helped facilitate a smooth confirmation process without significant points of contention.

Latest SJR0067 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN HJR0065

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of William C. Rhodes III to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee.

TN SJR0068

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Bradford D. Box to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee.

TN HJR0062

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Bradford D. Box to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee.

TN SJR0066

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Dr. Shanea McKinney to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee.

TN HJR0064

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Dr. Shanea McKinney to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee.

TN SJR0069

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Lang Wiseman to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee.

TN HJR0063

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Lang Wiseman to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee.

TN SJR0093

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Donnie Smith to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee.

TN HJR0168

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Donnie Smith to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee.

TN SJR0830

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of William S. Jones to the state university board of Middle Tennessee State University.

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AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 1, Chapter 3; Section 2-3-107; Title 4, Chapter 29, Part 2; Section 8-35-242; Section 8-38-126; Section 9-8-203; Section 10-7-504; Section 37-1-408 and Title 49, relative to charter schools.

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AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 1, Chapter 3; Section 2-3-107; Title 4, Chapter 29, Part 2; Section 8-35-242; Section 8-38-126; Section 9-8-203; Section 10-7-504; Section 37-1-408 and Title 49, relative to charter schools.

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AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 2; Title 4; Title 8; Title 36; Title 37; Title 38; Title 40; Title 41; Title 49; Title 50; Title 54; Title 55; Title 62; Title 63 and Title 68, relative to high school equivalency credentials.

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AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 2; Title 4; Title 8; Title 36; Title 37; Title 38; Title 40; Title 41; Title 49; Title 50; Title 54; Title 55; Title 62; Title 63 and Title 68, relative to high school equivalency credentials.

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AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 1; Title 2; Title 3; Title 4; Title 5; Title 7; Title 8; Title 9; Title 10; Title 11; Title 12; Title 13; Title 16; Title 20; Title 22; Title 24; Title 31; Title 33; Title 36; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 43; Title 44; Title 45; Title 47; Title 48; Title 49; Title 50; Title 53; Title 54; Title 55; Title 56; Title 61; Title 62; Title 63; Title 64; Title 65; Title 66; Title 67; Title 68; Title 69 and Title 71, relative to electronic transmissions.

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