White House Nominates TVA Board Members Without Senator Input

Tennessee’s senators say they’re waiting to hear more about President Obama’s picks for TVA’s board of directors.

Senator Lamar Alexander contends the public power utility is a low priority for the administration, but he wishes he could have had some input.

“I’ve had virtually zero conversation with the White House about these appointees – to my regret – because I place a very high priority on it.”

Senator Bob Corker says in a statement he wants TVA directors who’ve had corporate board experience.

Nominee Lynn Evans – a Memphis accountant – has served on the board of Memphis Light, Gas and Water and a local bank. Also nominated are a lawyer from Huntsville, a Georgia Tech professor and a former Democratic candidate for Tennessee Governor, Mike McWherter.