TN SB0933

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, to revise appointing authority for statutorily created entities.

Passed Senate Paul Rose (R)
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Conflict of Interest Analysis Personal Interests
8/10
Risk Level
High
Policy Area
Education
Industry Overlap
150%
Personal Conflicts
6 found

Senator Paul Rose's sponsorship of SB0933 presents a significant potential conflict of interest due to his ownership of Rose Construction, a general contracting business. This bill, which revises the governing boards of public higher education institutions, could indirectly affect the construction industry, particularly in terms of building projects that may arise from changes in governance. As the owner and president of Rose Construction, Rose stands to benefit financially from any increased construction opportunities that may result from the bill's implementation. Additionally, his involvement with HYDRATREK PROPERTIES in the real estate sector further aligns with the bill's implications on housing and infrastructure related to educational institutions.

Moreover, Rose's position as a board member of the Dyersburg State Community College Foundation suggests a vested interest in the educational sector, which may also intersect with the bill's effects. This dual role raises questions about whether his decisions as a legislator could favor his personal financial interests in construction and real estate. Given these overlaps, there is a clear risk that the legislation could benefit Rose financially, warranting a high risk score for conflicts of interest.

Sponsor's Personal Financial Interests

Unlike federal analysis based on campaign donations, state analysis examines legislators' personal financial interests — their jobs, businesses, and investments.

Type Description Industry Source
Occupation Businessman AI-researched
Employer Owner of Rose Construction General Contractors TN Legislature bio
Business Owner Owner of Rose Construction General Contractors TN Legislature bio
Employer ROSE CONSTRUCTION General Contractors TN Ethics Commission
Employer APC RENTALS TN Ethics Commission
Employer AP RENTALS TN Ethics Commission
Employer HYDRATREK PROPERTIES Real Estate TN Ethics Commission
Employer ADVANCED INVESTEMENTS TN Ethics Commission
Employer RKR TN Ethics Commission
Employer HAYWOOD FARMS TN Ethics Commission
Employer ROSE RENTALS TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner ROSE CONSTRUCTION PRESIDENT from Jan 2019 to Feb 2026 General Contractors TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner APC RENTALS GENERAL PARTNER from Jan 2019 to Feb 2026 TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner RKR GENERAL PARTNER from Jan 2019 to Feb 2026 TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner DYERSBURG STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION BOARD BOARD MEMBER from Jan 2019 to Feb 2026 Education TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner BOYS GIRLS CLUB HATCHIE RIVER REGION BOARD MEMBER from Jan 2019 to Feb 2026 TN Ethics Commission
Asset 401-K TN Ethics Commission

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About This Analysis

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.