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Senate confirms David Puente Jr. as director of Washington Department of Veterans Affairs
Summary
The Senate confirmed David Puente Jr. as director of the Washington Department of Veterans Affairs (appointment no. 9212) by a 49-0 vote.
The Washington State Senate on March 3 confirmed David Puente Jr. as director of the Department of Veterans Affairs. The confirmation was for gubernatorial appointment number 9212 and was approved by a roll-call vote of 49 ayes and 0 nays.
Senator Valdez moved confirmation and summarized Puente's background, including U.S. Army service from 1985 to 1992 and a Bachelor of Science from Central Washington University. Valdez noted Puente has served as the Department of Veterans Affairs director in a permanent capacity since the previous year and participates in organizations such as the Washington Officials Association and the Washington Youth Academy Foundation.
Senator Jeff Wilson concurred in his remarks. The secretary called the roll for confirmation; the clerk announced 49 ayes and the presiding officer declared the appointment confirmed.
Ending note: The appointment record in the transcript is filed as "Senate gubernatorial appointment number 9212, David Puente Jr." and the Senate's roll-call record shows unanimous support in the chamber.
