Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

Tennessee House Bill HJR0109

Introduced
1/30/23  
Refer
2/1/23  

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.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN SJR0647

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

TN HJR0898

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

TN HJR0897

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Gary A. Passons, MD, to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.

TN SJR0636

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Gary A. Passons, MD, to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.

TN SJR0113

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Rick Spell to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.

TN HJR0190

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Rick Spell to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.

TN SJR0627

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Dr. Charles Doug Haney to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern.

TN HJR0894

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Dr. Charles Doug Haney to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern.

TN SJR0626

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Doran Johnson to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern.

TN HJR0893

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Doran Johnson to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern.

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AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 9; Title 13; Title 16; Title 39; Title 55; Title 58; Title 62; Title 65; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to emergency management.

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TN SB0329

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 1; Title 2; Title 3; Title 4; Title 5; Title 7; Title 8; Title 9; Title 10; Title 11; Title 12; Title 13; Title 16; Title 20; Title 22; Title 24; Title 31; Title 33; Title 36; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 43; Title 44; Title 45; Title 47; Title 48; Title 49; Title 50; Title 53; Title 54; Title 55; Title 56; Title 61; Title 62; Title 63; Title 64; Title 65; Title 66; Title 67; Title 68; Title 69 and Title 71, relative to electronic transmissions.

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AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 1; Title 2; Title 3; Title 4; Title 5; Title 7; Title 8; Title 9; Title 10; Title 11; Title 12; Title 13; Title 16; Title 20; Title 22; Title 24; Title 31; Title 33; Title 36; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 43; Title 44; Title 45; Title 47; Title 48; Title 49; Title 50; Title 53; Title 54; Title 55; Title 56; Title 61; Title 62; Title 63; Title 64; Title 65; Title 66; Title 67; Title 68; Title 69 and Title 71, relative to electronic transmissions.

TN HB1189

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AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 7; Title 8; Title 10; Title 33; Title 36; Title 37; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 49; Title 50; Title 57; Title 67; Title 68 and Title 70, relative to firearms.

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AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 7; Title 8; Title 10; Title 33; Title 36; Title 37; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 49; Title 50; Title 57; Title 67; Title 68 and Title 70, relative to firearms.

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