Senate Joint Resolution 628 confirms the appointment of Tom Marino to the Public Charter School Commission in Tennessee. This commission, established under Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 49-13-105, consists of nine members appointed by the governor, with a requirement that at least three members represent each grand division of the state. Governor Bill Lee has appointed Marino to represent West Tennessee, and his term will last until June 30, 2027.

Tom Marino is the Executive Director of The Poplar Foundation, which focuses on reducing poverty by enhancing access to quality education for low-income students. He is actively involved in his community, serving on various educational boards, and holds degrees from Mississippi State University and Memphis Theological Seminary. The resolution emphasizes the necessity of confirming appointed members through a joint resolution of the general assembly, thereby formalizing Marino's role on the commission.