Tennessee Senate Bill SJR0140

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/30/23
• Engrossed: 3/6/23
• Enrolled: 3/14/23
• Passed: 3/20/23

Caption

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Jimmy Granbery to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern.

Impact

If passed, SJR0140 would solidify Granbery’s position on the advisory board until June 30, 2026, thus allowing him to contribute to the governance and oversight of the University of Tennessee Southern. The advisory board’s responsibilities typically include advising university leadership and influencing academic, administrative, and financial policies. Granbery's business background is expected to bring insights beneficial for the university's management and community engagement.

Summary

SJR0140 is a Senate Joint Resolution aimed at confirming the appointment of Jimmy Granbery to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern. This resolution comes as part of the state's legislative procedure where gubernatorial appointments to advisory boards require confirmation from the General Assembly, according to Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 49-9-501. The resolution explicitly names Jimmy Granbery, a successful businessman involved with H.G. Hill Company, and acknowledges his qualifications and prior roles in educational boards.

Contention

There were no notable points of contention publicly discussed in the available transcripts or voting history surrounding SJR0140, as the resolution passed unanimously with a vote of 95 yeas to 0 nays on March 13, 2023. The unanimous support suggests that Granbery's appointment is viewed positively by legislators. However, the absence of debate or dissent may also reflect either a lack of opposition or a consensus on the qualifications and suitability of the candidate for the advisory role.