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Tennessee House Bill HJR0108

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

Tennessee House Bill HJR0108

Introduced
1/30/23  
Refer
2/1/23  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Beverly Johnson to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern.

Impact

The resolution pertains specifically to the governance of state higher education institutions in Tennessee. By confirming Johnson's appointment, the General Assembly is reinforcing the structure of advisory boards linked to the University of Tennessee system. Each board is crucial for providing guidance and expertise to their respective universities, ultimately impacting decision-making and strategic direction. This process highlights the role of the legislative branch in the oversight of appointed positions which are essential for the educational governance landscape of the state.

Summary

House Joint Resolution 108 (HJR0108) focuses on the formal confirmation of Beverly Johnson's appointment to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern. This resolution outlines the legal foundation for such appointments as established by Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 49-9-501. The specific confirmation serves to fulfill the requirement that gubernatorial appointments to these boards must be validated by the legislature, thereby ensuring proper oversight of the appointed individuals who will represent various interests in the university's governance.

Contention

While the resolution appears to progress without significant contention based on the voting record, it reflects broader themes within legislative processes regarding who holds power in educational governance. The bipartisan support evidenced by a unanimous vote (95-0) indicates a consensus on Johnson's qualifications and the importance of maintaining effective advisory boards within the university system. However, potential disagreements could arise from differing perspectives about the political implications of appointments and the dynamics of governance oversight between state and local education authorities.

Latest TN HJR0108 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN SJR0141

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Beverly Johnson to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern.

TN HJR0160

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Doran Johnson to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern.

TN SJR0166

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Doran Johnson to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern.

TN SJR0140

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Jimmy Granbery to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern.

TN HJR0107

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Jimmy Granbery to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern.

TN SJR0168

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Dr. Charles Doug Haney to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern.

TN SJR0108

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of DeWitt Booth to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern.

TN SJR0167

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Caroline Ezell McAnally to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern.

TN HJR0158

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Dr. Charles Doug Haney to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern.

TN HJR0186

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of DeWitt Booth to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern.

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