Tennessee House Bill HJR0109

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/30/23
• Refer: 2/1/23
• Refer: 3/8/23

Caption

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Dr. Natalie Tate to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.

Impact

The passing of HJR0109 aligns with the procedural requirements set forth in Tennessee Code Annotated, which stipulates that gubernatorial appointments to such advisory boards must be confirmed by the general assembly. This legislative process underscores the checks and balances inherent in the state's governance and reinforces the importance of professional expertise in managing health-related educational entities.

Summary

HJR0109 is a resolution aimed at confirming the appointment of Dr. Natalie Tate to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. This appointment is significant as it reflects the state's governance over the appointments to educational institutions and their administrative boards. Dr. Tate, who currently serves as the vice president of pharmacy management for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, brings relevant experience and educational qualifications to the board, having earned both her Doctor of Pharmacy and MBA from Tennessee institutions.

Contention

While the resolution itself appears to have garnered unanimous support during the voting process, the impact of such appointments can be contentious in broader discussions about state influence in higher education governance. Critics may argue that appointments should reflect a more diverse representation of stakeholders within the healthcare sector, particularly in an advisory capacity that impacts educational policy and healthcare outcomes in the state.