House Joint Resolution 193 is a legislative measure aimed at confirming the appointment of Mark Rogers to the state forestry commission in Tennessee. The resolution notes that the commission is established under Tennessee law, which mandates the governor to appoint seven members. Governor Bill Lee has appointed Rogers to represent landowners with 500 or more acres of forest, with his term set to expire on June 30, 2029.
Mark Rogers brings nearly thirty years of experience in forest management and is a certified forester with the Society of American Foresters. He currently serves as the Central Appalachian forest manager for The Nature Conservancy and is dedicated to sustainable forest practices, water quality, and forestry education. The resolution concludes by stating that the general assembly must confirm each gubernatorial appointment to the commission, thereby seeking formal approval for Rogers' appointment.