General Assembly, Confirmation of Appointment - Marquita Qualls, Tennessee State University Board of Trustees -

SJR 103 is a procedural resolution confirming Governor Bill Lee's appointment of Marquita Qualls to the Tennessee State University (TSU) Board of Trustees. It formally approves her service for a term ending March 31, 2027, as required by Tennessee law (TCA § 49-8-201), which mandates legislative confirmation for gubernatorial appointments to the TSU board. The resolution does not create new policy but validates an existing appointment meeting statutory requirements, including residency and alumni qualifications. Qualls, a TSU chemistry alum with a Ph.D. and professional experience in STEM consulting, was nominated by the governor and now requires legislative approval to serve.