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Idaho Senate confirms multiple gubernatorial appointments to resource, insurance, energy and corrections boards
Summary
On Jan. 23, 2025, the Idaho Senate adopted committee reports and confirmed a string of gubernatorial appointments by voice vote, advancing appointees to commissions and boards that oversee water resources, insurance, energy, liquor and juvenile corrections.
The Idaho Senate on Jan. 23, 2025, confirmed several gubernatorial appointments, adopting committee reports by voice vote and directing the secretary to notify the governor of the confirmations.
Why it matters: The confirmed appointees will serve on boards and commissions that oversee natural resources, workers' compensation insurance, energy policy, the state lottery and liquor operations, and juvenile corrections—areas that affect state regulation, economic activity and public services.
Brent Baker — Lake Pend Oreille Basin Commission: The Resources and Environment Committee reported it had under consideration the governor's appointment of Brent Baker, term to expire July 24, 2026, and recommended confirmation. "Brent Baker has been on the Lake Pend Oreille Basin Commission since 2003," said Senator Hart in opening remarks supporting the reappointment. After brief additional remarks from Senator Woodward emphasizing Baker's local ties and experience, the senate adopted the committee report by voice vote; the clerk will notify the governor.
Mark Brinkmeyer — Lake Pend Oreille Basin Commission: The…
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