SJR 631 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

General Assembly, Confirmation of Appointment - Mike Keeney, University of Memphis Board of Trustees -

Senate Joint Resolution 631 confirms Governor Bill Lee's appointment of Mike Keeney to the University of Memphis Board of Trustees, as required by Tennessee law (TCA § 49-8-201). This procedural resolution directly affects Keeney, who will serve a six-year term until June 30, 2031, on the board governing the University of Memphis. The resolution follows statutory requirements that gubernatorial appointees to the board must be confirmed by both the Tennessee Senate and House of Representatives. It does not create new policy but formally approves an existing appointment.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
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Governor
Introduced Feb 2, 2026 Last action Mar 9, 2026
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Mar 4, 2026
Lower · Passed
Recommended for adoption by Senate Education Committee, refer Senate Calendar Committee
lower
Feb 26, 2026
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate Education Committee calendar for 3/4/2026
lower
Feb 5, 2026
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Education Committee
upper
Feb 2, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
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Jack Johnson
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