Tennessee Senate Bill SJR0278

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/23/23
• Engrossed: 3/30/23
• Enrolled: 4/4/23
• Passed: 4/10/23

Caption

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Alexia Poe to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

Impact

By confirming Alexia Poe, SJR0278 strengthens the governance structure of the University of Tennessee, providing the institution with a qualified individual with extensive experience in communications and economic development. This appointment is particularly significant given Poe's background, including her previous roles in government communications and community development aimed at fostering a stronger educational environment. The resolution ensures that the advisory board is composed of members who can effectively contribute to the university's strategic goals.

Summary

Senate Joint Resolution 278 (SJR0278) is a resolution focused on the confirmation of Alexia Poe’s appointment to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. This resolution outlines the necessary legislative support for such appointments, emphasizing the role of the General Assembly in the confirmation process of board members appointed by the governor. Specifically, this resolution confirms Poe's term, which will expire on June 30, 2026.

Contention

While the bill mainly serves as an administrative confirmation without significant points of contention, the implications of such appointments can reflect broader political dynamics, especially within educational governance. Discussions during the legislative session, although primarily supportive, reflect on the trend of governor appointments in influencing university boards, which can sometimes evoke a diversity of opinions about governance in state institutions of higher education. Nonetheless, SJR0278 passed with unanimous support, indicating strong bipartisan consensus regarding Poe's acceptance.