Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

Tennessee Senate Bill SJR0068

Introduced
1/23/23  
Engrossed
2/13/23  
Enrolled
3/14/23  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Bradford D. Box to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee.

Impact

The resolution serves to reinforce the governance structures in place for the University of Tennessee, ensuring that appointed trustees carry out their roles with the support and confirmation of legislative bodies. This process is essential to maintaining the integrity and accountability of the board, which oversees the university’s operations and strategic direction. Confirmation of trustees by the General Assembly symbolizes a collaborative governance framework that engages both the executive and legislative branches in educational leadership.

Summary

SJR0068, also known as Senate Joint Resolution 68, focuses on the confirmation of Bradford D. Box to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee. The resolution reaffirms Mr. Box's appointment by Governor Bill Lee following his previous role on the board which began in 2019. This confirmation is required by Tennessee state law, specifically Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 49-9-202, which stipulates that appointees to the board must be confirmed by the General Assembly.

Contention

While the confirmation process appears largely procedural and straightforward, there may be underlying discussions regarding the qualifications and contributions of appointees like Mr. Box, especially considering the critical role that board members play in shaping university policies and governance. As previously noted, Bradford D. Box has served effectively in various capacities within the board and brings significant legal expertise and experience, which potentially eases any contention this resolution might face.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN SJR0093

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Donnie Smith to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee.

TN HJR0168

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Donnie Smith to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee.

TN HJR0167

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of David Watson to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee.

TN SJR0094

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of David Watson to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee.

TN HJR0169

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of John Compton to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee.

TN SJR0092

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of John Compton to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee.

TN HJR0186

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of DeWitt Booth to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern.

TN SJR0108

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of DeWitt Booth to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern.

TN SJR0632

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Tom Boyd to the state university board of Middle Tennessee State University.

TN HJR0901

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Tom Boyd to the state university board of Middle Tennessee State University.

Similar Bills

TN HB2560

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.

TN SB2248

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.

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.

TN HB0321

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

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.

TN SB1227

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.

TN HB0806

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.

TN SB1235

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 21; Title 9; Title 62; Title 63 and Title 68, relative to state entities.