TN HJR0902

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Dr. Phil Roe to the state university board of Austin Peay State University.

Passed House William Lamberth (R)
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Conflict of Interest Analysis Personal Interests
6/10
Risk Level
High
Policy Area
Education
Industry Overlap
0%
Personal Conflicts
2 found

William Lamberth, the sponsor of HJR0902, has several personal financial interests that align with the education sector, particularly through his role as a board member of Volunteer State Community College. This position may provide him with insights or influence over educational policies that could benefit his consulting business or other interests in the education field. Additionally, his employment with the State of Tennessee further intertwines his professional life with the legislative process affecting state universities, including Austin Peay State University, which is the subject of this resolution. The potential for personal gain arises from his connections to both the government and educational institutions, which could lead to conflicts if the legislation impacts funding or governance structures that could benefit his interests or those of his associates.

Moreover, Lamberth's spouse's employment with Sumner County Schools adds another layer of potential conflict, as any changes in educational policy could indirectly affect their financial situation. While the resolution itself is a confirmation of an appointment rather than a direct legislative change, the implications of educational governance can have far-reaching effects on funding and policy decisions that might benefit Lamberth's interests in the education sector.

Sponsor's Personal Financial Interests

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Type Description Industry Source
Occupation Attorney Lawyers/Law Firms AI-researched
Employer Partner at Lamberth, Cifelli, Ellis & Nason, P.A. TN Legislature bio
Business Owner Owner of Lamberth Consulting AI-researched
Board Member Board Member of Sumner County CASA TN Legislature bio
Spouse Employer Spouse employed by Sumner County Schools AI-researched
Employer STATE OF TN Government TN Ethics Commission
Employer SELF EMPLOYED ATTORNEY Lawyers/Law Firms TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner PORTLAND COMMUNITY CHAIRMAN from Jan 2026 to current TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner UNITED WAY SUMNER CO BOARD MEMBER from Jan 2026 to current TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner VOLUNTEER STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE BOARD MEMBER from Jan 2026 to current Education TN Ethics Commission
Occupation Law, GENERAL PRACTICE OF LAW TN Ethics Commission
Occupation Law, STATE OF TN TN Ethics Commission
Asset Leadership PAC: LAMBERTH PAC TN Ethics Commission

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This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Tennessee General Assembly. Conflict analysis examines the sponsor's personal financial interests for potential overlaps with the bill's subject matter.