House Joint Resolution 890, sponsored by Lamberth, seeks to confirm the appointment of Dane Scism to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. This appointment is in accordance with Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 49-9-501, which mandates that the governor appoint five members to each advisory board associated with the University of Tennessee system. Governor Bill Lee has appointed Scism for a term that will expire on June 30, 2029.

Dane Scism is the founder and CEO of Cellular Sales, a successful company with 800 stores across 43 states and over 7,000 employees. He is recognized for his commitment to customer satisfaction and community engagement, serving on various boards including the Knoxville Chamber of Commerce and the United Way of East Tennessee. A graduate of the University of Tennessee with a degree in Economics, Scism has maintained a strong connection to the university through his support of athletics and academics, guest lecturing, and receiving the UT Distinguished Alumni Award. The resolution confirms his appointment, which requires approval from the general assembly.