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HJR 192

General Assembly, Confirmation of Appointment - John McCarty, Fish and Wildlife Commission -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by William Lamberth

Confirms John McCarty’s appointment to the Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission (9th district); term ends Feb 28, 2031; Governor signed to finalize the appointment.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 192

Summary of HJR 192 (General Assembly, Confirmation of Appointment – John McCarty, Fish and Wildlife Commission)

Overview

  • Type: Joint Resolution
  • Purpose: Confirm the appointment of John McCarty to the Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission.
  • Appointee: John McCarty, representing the 9th district.
  • Term: January 28, 2031 (terminates February 28, 2031).
  • Status: Signed by the Governor (concluded confirmation).

Key Provisions

  • Confirmation of Appointment: The Joint Resolution confirms the Governor’s appointment of John McCarty to a seat on the Fish and Wildlife Commission.
  • Authority and Term: The appointment is made under Tennessee Code Annotated, § 70-1-201, which authorizes a nine-member commission, with appointments by the Governor; the term expires February 28, 2031, as per § 70-1-204.
  • Representation: McCarty is designated as the representative for the 9th district.
  • Background Statement: The resolution includes biographical details illustrating McCarty’s qualifications and commitment to wildlife conservation:
    • Eagle Scout, experienced hunter/fisherman in Tennessee and Mississippi.
    • Former manager of projects for the Tennessee Department of Transportation.
    • Owner of McCarty Granberry Engineering in Collierville.
    • Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Mississippi State University.
    • Involvement in mentoring young engineers and introducing youth to hunting and fishing.
    • Described as well-informed on conservation of wildlife and natural resources in Tennessee.
  • Legislative Authority for Confirmation: The resolution references the standard confirmation process requiring action by the House committee with jurisdiction, the Senate committee on Energy, Agriculture and Natural Resources, and joint approval by the General Assembly.

Affected Parties and Stakeholders

  • John McCarty: Appointee whose membership on the Fish and Wildlife Commission is confirmed.
  • Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission: Will include McCarty as a member (9-member board).
  • Tennessee General Assembly: Responsible for the confirmation process; the resolution itself is a formal mechanism to confirm the appointment.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: March 13, 2025.
  • Key Legislative Actions:
    • 2025-03-10: Adoption on the House floor; concurrent Senate actions followed.
    • 2025-03-11–03/12: Enrolled, transmitted to Senate/House leadership; Senate Speaker signed.
    • 2025-03-12: Transmitted to Governor for action.
    • 2025-03-19: Governor signed the measure.
    • 2025-04-03: Read first time and referred to State Affairs (initial procedural step in the House).
  • Effective Action: The appointment is confirmed upon the Governor’s signature; no further action required unless the term end date changes or statutory revisions occur.

Impact and Implications

  • Officially completes the appointment process to the Fish and Wildlife Commission.
  • Ensures representation for the 9th district on the Commission, aligning with Tennessee’s statutory framework for nine gubernatorial appointments.
  • Leaves the Commission’s broader duties and authority unchanged; no fiscal provisions or programmatic changes are included in the resolution.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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