Governor’s Budget Amendment Contains Key Investments for UT
Governor Bill Lee introduced his amended proposed budget for fiscal year 2021-22 today, which includes exciting news for the University of Tennessee. Along with the key UT investments the Governor proposed in February, the budget amendment adds additional funds for UT priorities. Notable investments include: Roughly $2.2M recurring to fulfill UT’s request for 32 additional agriculture … Continued
Governor Lee Delivers State of the State Address, Includes UT Priorities in Budget
Governor Bill Lee delivered his State of the State address this week, announcing key proposed investments that will impact the University of Tennessee and Tennessee students for generations to come. Governor Lee’s proposed budget reflects an unprecedented commitment to higher education and the single largest budget in UT history. The proposed operating budget includes recurring … Continued
UT President Randy Boyd Shares Budget Priorities at Administration Hearing
Governor Bill Lee conducted his departmental budget hearings this week. On Tuesday, the state’s higher education institutions provided updates and shared their budget proposals with the governor. President Randy Boyd used the opportunity to share his appreciation for the UT faculty, staff, and students and highlighted their determination and perseverance to ensure the University is … Continued
Senate Passes Newly Revised Budget
The Senate passed a newly revised state budget last Thursday afternoon after a robust discussion on the proposed cuts that are to be implemented over a three-year period to lessen the impact of the state’s revenue shortages and the ability to maintain essential operations. This will be the second scaled back budget passed this legislative … Continued
Lawmakers Pass Newly Amended Budget; Set to Reconvene in June
Tennessee lawmakers passed Governor Bill Lee’s amended budget for fiscal year 2020-21 late Thursday night following a robust debate amongst members. Several proposed amendments to the newly proposed budget were tabled after a lengthy discussion. In light of the severe tornado damage to Middle Tennessee communities and significant estimated economic impact of the novel … Continued
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The University of Tennessee’s possible acquisition of Martin Methodist College supports greater educational opportunities for rural Tennessee.
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