Interim UT President Randy Boyd Shares Budget Priorities at Administration Hearing
Governor Bill Lee concluded his department budget hearings this week with presentations from higher education stakeholders.
The Facts Really Make A Difference
Earlier this week, the Gannett news organization in Tennessee put out a story across the state implying that the University of Tennessee lobbied for “secrecy laws” to be able to “hide” investments housed outside the U.S., specifically in the Cayman Islands. Our team believes that our UT Advocates deserve the facts that unfortunately did not get reported related to our legislative activity and investment practices of Tennessee state government and UT.
Governor’s “Complete to Compete” Legislation Advances in Senate; Calendared for House Finance, Ways, and Means Subcommittee Next Week
The legislation is calendared for the House Finance, Ways, and Means Subcommittee on Monday, April 9.
“Transparency in Higher Education Act” Passes House Floor; Awaits Senate Floor Vote
HB2230/SB2180 passed on the House floor this week with a significant amendment that re-writes the bill, effectively alleviating concerns previously voiced by universities across the state.
Omnibus Student Due Process Legislation Heads to House Finance, Ways, and Means Subcommittee
This legislation will be heard in the House Finance, Ways and Means Subcommittee next week.
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