Senate Joint Resolution 113 confirms the appointment of Rick Spell to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. This appointment, made by Governor Bill Lee, is for a term that will expire on June 30, 2028. The resolution highlights Mr. Spell's qualifications, including his role as president of the Memphis Athletic Foundation and his involvement in a significant fundraising campaign, as well as his educational background in accounting and experience in investment banking.
The resolution is in accordance with Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 49-9-501, which mandates that members appointed by the governor to the advisory board must be confirmed by the general assembly. The Senate and House of Representatives are both in agreement to confirm Rick Spell's appointment, thereby formalizing his role on the advisory board.