Senate Joint Resolution 141 confirms the appointment of Beverly Johnson to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern. This appointment is made by Governor Bill Lee and is set to last until June 30, 2026. The resolution highlights Johnson's qualifications, noting her successful career as a businesswoman and her educational background, which includes a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and a Master of Education from Middle Tennessee State University.
The resolution is in accordance with Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 49-9-501, which mandates that the governor appoint five members to each advisory board for the University of Tennessee institutions, and that these appointments must be confirmed by the general assembly. The resolution has been presented for approval by both the Senate and the House of Representatives.