House Joint Resolution 172, sponsored by Lamberth, seeks to confirm the reappointment of David Jones to the Tennessee Public Utility Commission for a term set to expire on June 30, 2030. The resolution highlights that the commission consists of two members appointed by the governor, and Governor Bill Lee has chosen to reappoint Jones, who has previously served as chairman of the commission and is currently involved with the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners Gas Committee.

David Jones brings a wealth of experience to the role, having spent 29 years in the energy sector with a major natural gas transmission company and holding leadership positions in various industry committees. He is also a certified facilitator and executive coach, assisting business leaders in scaling their companies. Jones holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and an MBA from the University of Houston. The resolution concludes by stating that the appointment must be confirmed by a joint resolution from both houses of the General Assembly, which this resolution aims to accomplish.