Tennessee Senate Bill SJR0069

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/23/23
• Engrossed: 2/13/23
• Enrolled: 3/14/23
• Passed: 3/17/23

Caption

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

Impact

The resolution signifies an important procedural step in the governance of the University of Tennessee, ensuring the continuity of leadership within the institution. Wiseman's appointment is seen as a move towards enhancing the board's capabilities, given his substantial legal and business background. His prior experience as Deputy Governor and Chief Counsel underlines his commitment to the state and higher education governance, which is vital for steering university policies.

Summary

SJR0069 is a Senate Joint Resolution aimed at confirming the appointment of Lang Wiseman to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee. The resolution underscores the importance of providing a governance structure for the university, as established under Tennessee Code Annotated. This appointment comes in light of the governor’s authority to appoint members to the board, with Wiseman’s term slated to expire on June 30, 2028.

Contention

While the resolution was passed unanimously with a vote of 95 to 0, the discussions around such appointments typically raise considerations regarding political influences and the qualifications of appointees. Although specifics of contention for this particular resolution were not noted, previous discussions around appointments to university boards often focus on balancing political affiliations with professional expertise.