Senator Watson Takes Oath Of Office, Is Reappointed Chairman Of Finance Committee
State Senator Bo Watson took the oath of office on Tuesday in Nashville as the 113th General Assembly was gaveled in on the first day of the legislature’s organization session. Senator Watson was also reappointed chairman of the Senate Finance, Ways and Means committee. The appointment was announced by Lt. Governor Randy McNally (R-Oak Ridge) on Thursday as lawmakers concluded its first week of the organizational session.
“I appreciate the confidence that Lt. Governor McNally has placed in me to continue serving as chairman of this committee,” said Senator Watson. “I look forward to working with my colleagues to ensure Tennessee continues to be among the best financially managed states in the nation.”
Senator Watson was also appointed to the Health and Welfare as well as Commerce and Labor committees.