Tennessee House Bill HJR0114

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/30/23
• Refer: 2/1/23
• Refer: 3/7/23

Caption

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Daniel French of Shelby County to the State Textbook and Instructional Materials Quality Commission.

Impact

The appointment of Daniel French to the commission not only affects the personnel involved but is also indicative of the state’s dedication to maintaining quality educational resources for students. His background as lead counsel for FedEx and prior experience in the United States Attorney's Office may bring valuable expertise and a unique perspective to the commission's work.

Summary

HJR0114 is a resolution confirming the appointment of Daniel French from Shelby County to the State Textbook and Instructional Materials Quality Commission. This commission is established under Tennessee law to oversee the quality of textbooks and instructional materials used in the education system. The resolution emphasizes that the appointment must receive confirmation from the joint assembly of the general assembly based on recommendations from relevant educational committees.

Contention

While the resolution itself does not present points of contention, the broader context of appointments to educational commissions often reflects underlying policy debates about education quality and the role of oversight in instructional materials. Stakeholders may have differing views on who should be appointed to such positions and how their professional backgrounds may impact educational standards across the state.