President Randy Boyd Testifies at House Budget Hearing
The House Finance, Ways, and Means Committee held budget hearings for public higher education institutions and the Tennessee Higher Education Commission on February 14. UT President Randy Boyd testified on behalf of the University of Tennessee, providing an update about the System and outlining UT funding priorities. He began his budget testimony by thanking … Continued
Governor Releases Proposed Budget
On Monday, February 5, Governor Bill Lee released his proposed budget and presented the 2024 State of the State to the General Assembly. The Governor’s proposed budget and address outlined the Administration’s priorities and vision for Tennessee. For the UT System, the governor proposed in the initial budget: $66.42 million to fund UT Chattanooga’s Fletcher … Continued
Gov. Bill Lee Announces February 5 for State of the State Address
Governor Bill Lee announced he will deliver the 2024 State of the State address on Monday, February 5, at 7 p.m. ET/6 p.m. CT. The annual address is a critical part of the legislative process since it is when the Administration announces its policy and legislative priorities for the year. The State of the State … Continued
Governor Bill Lee Holds Higher Education Budget Hearing
President Randy Boyd represented the UT System at the Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) budget hearing on Wednesday, November 8. At the hearing, THEC presented its higher education funding recommendations to Governor Bill Lee for his consideration to include in the FY 24-25 state budget. The Commission’s proposed spending plan notably includes: $17M to fully … Continued
UT Government Relations Team Seeking Legislative Intern for 2024 Spring Semester
The University of Tennessee Office of Government Relations & Advocacy is seeking a legislative intern for the 2024 spring semester (January-May). This is an opportunity for a graduate or undergraduate student with an interest in the intersection of higher education policy and politics to gain unique experience in both federal and state government relations and … Continued