General Assembly, Confirmation of Appointment - Rick Spell, University of Tennessee Health Science Center Advisory Board -

This is a procedural resolution confirming Governor Bill Lee's appointment of Rick Spell to the University of Tennessee Health Science Center Advisory Board. It does not create new policy but follows Tennessee law (TCA § 49-9-501) requiring the General Assembly to confirm such governor appointments. Rick Spell, a University of Memphis graduate and current Memphis Athletic Foundation president, will serve on the board until June 30, 2028. The resolution solely formalizes this appointment without altering any substantive duties or funding for the board.