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Ethics Commission introduces new deputy director, flags caseload numbers
Summary
The commission announced the hiring of Jessica Bloom as deputy director to head enforcement and legal affairs, and staff corrected case count figures (22 formal complaints; 656 under preliminary review).
The commission's executive director announced the hiring of Jessica Bloom as deputy director; Bloom will lead day‑to‑day management of enforcement and legal affairs and join staff in August. Staff summarized Bloom's background in state environmental enforcement, nonprofit legal defense work, and litigation experience.
During the executive director's report staff corrected a discrepancy in the memo and confirmed the commission's caseload: 22 formal complaints pending and 656 matters under preliminary review as of July 20. The commission discussed the need for additional enforcement hires and resources to address backlog.
