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Senate committee recommends Joshua Whitworth for confirmation to Percy Board
Summary
The Senate Commerce and Human Resources Committee voted to send the gubernatorial appointment of Joshua Whitworth to the full Senate with a recommendation for confirmation; the committee recorded no discussion before the voice vote.
The Senate Commerce and Human Resources Committee voted to send Governor's appointee Joshua Whitworth to the full Senate with a recommendation the body confirm him to the Percy Board.
Senator Lakey moved that the committee forward the gubernatorial appointment of Joshua Whitworth to the Percy Board to the Senate floor with a recommendation for confirmation; Senator Ward Engelking seconded. There was no recorded discussion; the committee approved the motion by voice vote.
Why it matters: the committee formally advances the appointment, allowing the full Senate to consider confirmation. The transcript contains no discussion of Whitworth's background, qualifications, or objections during this session.
Next steps: The nomination will appear on the Senate floor calendar for consideration and a confirmation vote.
