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TN HJR0886

Joint Resolution

Status

Enrolled

3/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

William Lamberth

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Origin

House of Representatives

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Confirms Governor Bill Lee's appointment of Tom Marino to the Tennessee Public Charter School Commission, representing West Tennessee, for a term expiring June 30, 2027
  • The Public Charter School Commission is composed of nine members appointed by the governor, with at least three members required from each grand division of the state
  • Tom Marino serves as Executive Director of The Poplar Foundation, a Memphis-based private foundation focused on reducing poverty by expanding access to high-quality education for low-income students
  • Marino serves on the boards of multiple education and community organizations, including The Soulsville Charter School, The Collegiate School of Memphis, Crosstown High School, and Memphis Teacher Residency
  • Confirmation by joint resolution of the General Assembly is required under Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 49-13-105(b)(1)(A)

Legislative Description

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Tom Marino to the Public Charter School Commission.

General Assembly, Confirmation of Appointment

Last Action

Transmitted to Governor for his action.

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Calendar3/9/2026
Calendar and Rules2/17/2026
Education2/5/2026

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