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Tennessee Senate Bill SR0169

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

Tennessee Senate Bill SR0169

Introduced
1/22/24  
Enrolled
2/6/24  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Ross Roberts of Northeast State Community College to the Tennessee board of regents.

Impact

Ross Roberts, who has been part of the faculty at Northeast State since 2019, brings with him a strong educational background, including a bachelor's degree in history and a master's degree in special education. His current pursuit of a Doctor of Philosophy degree signifies a commitment to continuous personal and professional development, which is likely to influence his contributions to the board. By filling this position, Roberts will be stepping into a role that will have implications for educational policies and decisions that affect faculty and students at higher education institutions across Tennessee.

Summary

Senate Resolution 169 (SR0169) is a resolution to confirm the appointment of Ross Roberts from Northeast State Community College to the Tennessee Board of Regents. The resolution is firmly rooted in the provisions of the Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Section 49-8-201, which outlines the structure and governance of the Tennessee Board of Regents. This board plays a vital role in overseeing public higher education institutions within the state, and the appointment of its members is a responsibility of the governor, subject to confirmation by the state Senate.

Contention

The confirmation process for appointments such as this can often bring various opinions to the foreground, particularly regarding the qualifications of appointees and their alignment with the needs of the educational community. While there may not have been overt contention surrounding Roberts' appointment, discussions in legislative bodies often reflect broader concerns about governance in education, representation of faculty interests, and the effectiveness of the Board of Regents in addressing the challenges faced by state higher education institutions.

Latest SR0169 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN SR0020

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Shane Hooper to the Tennessee board of regents.

TN SR0168

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Vanessa Pilkinton of Tennessee College of Applied Technology Dickson to the Tennessee board of regents.

TN SR0170

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Barry Stephenson to the Tennessee board of regents.

TN SR0017

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Todd Kaestner to the Tennessee board of regents.

TN SR0167

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Thomas A.H. White of Chattanooga to the Tennessee board of regents.

TN SR0013

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Jeremy Harrell of Eagleville to the Tennessee board of regents.

TN SR0016

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Kyle Spurgeon of Jackson to the Tennessee board of regents.

TN SR0012

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Deanne Dewitt of Sumner County to the Tennessee board of regents.

TN SR0011

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Nisha Powers of Memphis to the Tennessee board of regents.

TN SJR0105

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Jeffery Norfleet to the state university board of Tennessee State University.

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