Tag: government_appointments
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Governor Whitmer Fills Key Roles Across Michigan Boards and Commissions
Governor Whitmer announced 14 appointments to Michigan boards and commissions on July 23, 2026, impacting indigent defense, early childhood education, gaming, and more. These roles are crucial for state oversight and public services.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEducationMedical ScienceSocial IssuesLegal Gretchen WhitmerMichiganGovernment AppointmentsBoards and CommissionsIndigent DefenseEarly Childhood EducationGaming ControlOffice of Michigan Governor
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Governor Newsom Announces Key Appointments Across California State Agencies
Governor Gavin Newsom appointed Rafael Acevedo to Corrections and reappointed David Yee to Asian and Pacific Islander American Affairs. Fourteen leaders were also named to the California Interagency Executive Council on Homelessness, alongside three reappointments to the Board of State…
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborSocial Issues Gavin NewsomCaliforniaGovernment AppointmentsHomelessnessCorrections and RehabilitationAsian and Pacific Islander American AffairsPublic PolicyCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom
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Governor Whitmer Announces Leadership Shake-Up, Names Zack Pohl Chief of Staff
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announces Zack Pohl as her new Chief of Staff, replacing JoAnne Huls, who becomes a senior advisor. The executive office also sees several other key promotions, aiming to continue the administration's work for Michigan.
Politics and GovernmentUSAGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEnergyTransportationEmployment and Labor Gretchen WhitmerJoAnne HulsZack PohlMichiganChief of StaffGovernment AppointmentsExecutive OfficeOffice of Michigan Governor
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Governor Newsom Fills Key State Roles with New Appointments
Governor Gavin Newsom announced several key appointments, including Ian Bastek to CalOES, Elizabeth Elias and Nicole Dragoo to bureau chief roles, and new members to the CSU Board of Trustees and Athletic Commission, strengthening state leadership.
Politics and GovernmentEducationLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsTransportation CaliforniaGavin NewsomGovernment AppointmentsCalOESCalifornia State UniversityPublic PolicyState GovernmentCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom
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Governor Newsom Announces Key Appointments to State Boards
Governor Gavin Newsom announced three appointments to state boards, including Jason Reed to the Collateral Recovery Disciplinary Review Committee and reappointments for Josef Preciado and Diana Love to the Contractors State Licensing Board.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyLegal Gavin NewsomCaliforniaGovernment AppointmentsJason ReedJosef PreciadoDiana LoveContractors State Licensing BoardCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom
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Governor Newsom Announces Key Appointments to State Departments and Boards
Governor Newsom appointed 11 individuals to various California state departments and regulatory boards, including new leadership roles and reappointments to health and behavioral sciences panels.
Politics and GovernmentHealthState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesLegal CaliforniaGovernor NewsomGovernment AppointmentsPublic ServiceHealth PolicyRegulatory BoardsSacramentoCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom
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Governor Reynolds Appoints Patrick Tomka as Chief Operating Officer
Governor Kim Reynolds has named Patrick Tomka as the new Chief Operating Officer for her office, succeeding Jacob Nicholson. Tomka, previously Senior Tax and Economic Policy Advisor, will maintain his policy duties, ensuring the administration's continued focus on Iowans.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEconomyEducationEmployment and Labor Patrick TomkaKim ReynoldsIowaChief Operating OfficerJacob NicholsonGovernment AppointmentsPersonnel ChangeIowa Governors Office
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Gov. Reynolds Appoints Kraig Paulsen to Lead Iowa HHS
Governor Kim Reynolds has appointed Kraig Paulsen as the new Director of the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services. Paulsen subsequently named former Director Larry Johnson as Principal Deputy Director, aiming to ensure continuity of critical services and advance…
Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsDemocratic PartySocial Issues Kim ReynoldsKraig PaulsenLarry JohnsonIowa Department of Health and Human ServicesGovernment AppointmentsIowaPublic PolicyIowa Governors Office
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DEEP Commissioner Katie Dykes to Depart, Emma Cimino Named Acting Commissioner
Connecticut DEEP Commissioner Katie Dykes will leave in July after 14 years of state service. Deputy Commissioner Emma Cimino will step in as acting commissioner, continuing the agency's focus on environmental protection and clean energy initiatives.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEnergyClimate Change ConnecticutDEEPKatie DykesEmma CiminoEnvironmental ProtectionEnergy PolicyGovernment AppointmentsConnecticut Governors Office
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Governor Sherrill Nominates Ben Hertz-Shargel to Lead New Jersey BPU
Governor Mikie Sherrill has nominated Ben Hertz-Shargel as Commissioner of the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, intending to name him President upon confirmation. He will spearhead the state's energy affordability agenda, focusing on lowering utility costs and expanding supply.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEnergySocial Issues Ben Hertz-ShargelMikie SherrillNew Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU)Energy PolicyUtility CostsTrentonGovernment AppointmentsOffice of New Jersey Governor
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Treasury Secretary Bessent Appoints Kate Tyrrell as Chief of Staff
Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent has named Kate Tyrrell as the new Treasury Chief of Staff. Tyrrell brings extensive experience from the OCC and other federal and private sector roles to her new position.
Politics and GovernmentBusiness Treasury DepartmentKate TyrrellScott BessentChief of StaffOffice of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC)Washington D.C.Government AppointmentsUS Treasury
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Governor Lamont Names Elisa Velardo Interim DDS Commissioner as Jordan Scheff Departs
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont announced DDS Commissioner Jordan Scheff will leave on June 11, 2026, for a new opportunity. Deputy Commissioner Elisa Velardo, with 25 years of experience, will serve as interim commissioner, continuing the agency's mission to support individuals…
Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsMedical ScienceSocial Issues Jordan ScheffElisa VelardoConnecticut Department of Developmental ServicesGovernor Ned LamontIntellectual and Developmental DisabilitiesConnecticutGovernment AppointmentsConnecticut Governors Office
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Governor Newsom Announces Key Appointments to State Agencies and Boards
Governor Gavin Newsom announced key appointments to state bodies, including Danny Yost to the California State Transportation Agency and Sarah Mangum and James Walsh to the California Educational Facilities Authority, alongside Mark Paxson's reappointment to the Structural Pest Control Board.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyEducationTransportation Gavin NewsomCaliforniaGovernment AppointmentsStructural Pest Control BoardPublic ServiceCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom
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Governor Newsom Appoints Four to Key California Roles
Governor Gavin Newsom announced four key appointments to state agencies and boards, including Joseph Donaldson to Human Resources and Leticia Ramirez to the Delta Conservancy, alongside two regional water quality board members.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsDemocratic Party Gavin NewsomCaliforniaGovernment AppointmentsJoseph DonaldsonLeticia RamirezSushma BhatiaFarfalla BorahCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom
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Governor Newsom Fills Key Leadership Roles Across California Agencies
Governor Gavin Newsom announced key appointments to California state agencies, including Jonathan Klein to Housing Development and Finance, John Ohanian as Statewide Chief Data Officer, and Subbarao Mupparaju to lead FI$Cal, among others, strengthening state leadership.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEconomyComputers and InternetSocial Issues Gavin NewsomCaliforniaGovernment AppointmentsHousing DevelopmentData ManagementState FinanceRegulatory AffairsCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom
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Governor Dunleavy Names Stephen Cox Counsel, Mills Acting Attorney General
Governor Mike Dunleavy has appointed Stephen Cox as Counsel to the Governor, following his non-confirmation as attorney general. Cori Mills was also named acting attorney general. Cox will advise on legal and constitutional matters for Alaska.
Politics and GovernmentState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsLegal Stephen CoxGovernor Mike DunleavyCounsel to the GovernorAlaskaCori MillsAttorney GeneralGovernment AppointmentsOffice of the Alaska Governor
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Governor Dunleavy Names Stephen Cox New Counsel to Governor
Governor Mike Dunleavy has appointed Stephen Cox as Counsel to the Governor after the legislature did not confirm him as attorney general. Cox will advise on legal matters, while Cori Mills becomes acting attorney general.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsLegalGeneral Politics Stephen CoxMike DunleavyAlaskaJuneauGovernment AppointmentsLegal AffairsCori MillsOffice of the Alaska Governor
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Governor DeWine Appoints Andy Wilson as Ohio Attorney General
Governor Mike DeWine appointed Andy Wilson, Ohio Director of Public Safety, as the new Ohio Attorney General. Wilson replaces Dave Yost, who is moving to the private sector. Wilson will serve until the November election for the next term.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsLegalSocial Issues Andy WilsonOhio Attorney GeneralGovernor Mike DeWineOhio Department of Public SafetyClark County ProsecutorGovernment AppointmentsOhio Governors Office
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Fairfax County Hosts Rec Center Open Houses and Announces Key Leadership Appointments
Fairfax County invites residents to explore local recreation centers during open houses on May 7, featuring free admission and fitness demonstrations. The county also announced key leadership appointments and upcoming community events including a transportation study meeting.
Politics and GovernmentHealthWeatherState GovernmentsTransportationEnvironmentSocial IssuesEducationGeneral Weather Fairfax CountyRecreation CentersCommunity EventsLocal NewsHealthy LivingGovernment AppointmentsTransportation StudyFairfax County GovernmentVA