A RESOLUTION to designate March 2024 as "Certified Government Financial Manager Month" in Tennessee.
Impact
The resolution underscores the importance of government accountability and the crucial role that certified financial managers play in promoting transparency and ethical standards in governmental financial practices. By formally recognizing this month, the resolution seeks to highlight the contributions of approximately 415 professionals in Tennessee who demonstrate their commitment to the high standards required by the CGFM program, such as completing mandatory continuing professional education.
Summary
Senate Joint Resolution 924 (SJR0924) is a resolution aimed at designating March 2024 as 'Certified Government Financial Manager Month' in the State of Tennessee. This initiative is proposed in recognition of the Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) program administered by the Association of Government Accountants (AGA), which focuses on enhancing the professional standards for government financial managers across various levels of government, including state and municipal.
Contention
While SJR0924 is largely celebratory and positioned to affirm the significance of financial management careers within government, there is potential for contention surrounding the resources allocated to promote this recognition. Critics may question whether such official designations serve practical purposes or simply add formalities without addressing underlying issues within government financial management practices. Nevertheless, the absence of opposed legislation or notable opposition in the voting history indicates general support for the resolution.