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Committee advances Joshua Walker to Calendar & Rules for Tennessee Claims Commission appointment
Summary
Joshua Walker introduced himself and described his experience defending the state before the claims commission; the committee voted to send his nomination (HJR 878) to Calendar & Rules.
Madam Chair Davis introduced Joshua Walker for confirmation to the Tennessee Claims Commission. Walker said he graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Law, served in the office of general counsel for the University of Tennessee system and has practiced before the commission for more than a decade. He told members he had performed the duties of the position since July 1 and is available to answer questions.
After members asked about his work defending the state and how he handled civil‑rights claims while at the university, the committee voted to send HJR 878 and Walker's appointment to Calendar & Rules (17 yeas, 0 nos, 3 present not voting).
