Governor Bill Lee’s 2023 State of the State address will be Monday, February 6, at 7 p.m. ET/6 p.m. CT, when he will announce his legislative priorities for the year. The State of the State also marks the official release of the first draft of the governor’s proposed budget. One of the University’s top budget … Continued

Budget

The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) shared its FY 23-24 higher education funding recommendations with Governor Bill Lee on Thursday, November 10. The proposed spending plan includes record increases in operating funds and capital projects for the University of Tennessee. It also recommends fully funding the state’s performance-based formula at $150M to recognize improved outcomes … Continued

Budget

The second session of the 112th General Assembly adjourned last week on Thursday, April 28, concluding a successful legislative session for the University of Tennessee. Along with the historic investments in the state budget, the University secured 100% of its legislative agenda. These priorities included codifying the UT System’s newest campus, UT Southern, and establishing … Continued

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