House Joint Resolution 167 confirms the appointment of David Watson to the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee, as appointed by Governor Bill Lee. This appointment is in accordance with Tennessee Code Annotated, which mandates that the governor appoint ten members to the board, and requires confirmation by a joint resolution of the General Assembly. David Watson, a third-generation Tennessean and co-founder of Mountain View Auto Group, has a strong connection to the state and the university, being a graduate of the University of Tennessee in 1973 and having previously served on the Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission.

The resolution highlights Watson's valuable experience and knowledge, which he is expected to bring to the board of trustees during his term, which will expire on June 30, 2030. The confirmation of his appointment is a formal step in the governance process of the University of Tennessee, ensuring that the board is composed of qualified individuals who can contribute to the institution's mission and objectives.