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Joint committee recommends Carl Wilson as Maine Department of Marine Resources commissioner
Summary
The Joint Standing Committee on Marine Resources voted unanimously of those present to recommend Carl Wilson of Alna to the Senate for confirmation as commissioner of the Department of Marine Resources after a hearing filled with industry and scientific support and extended questioning about climate impacts, aquaculture permitting and working‑waterfront access.
Carl Wilson, a 25‑year Department of Marine Resources scientist from Alna, won a unanimous recommendation from the joint committee that oversees the agency after a confirmation hearing that brought broad industry and scientific backing.
Tom Abello, Deputy Chief of Staff for Gov. Janet Mills, presented Wilson as the governor’s nominee, saying the governor selected him because of "his deep background in marine science and research, his experience collaborating with commercial fishermen, and his knowledge of the department." Wilson has served as director of the Bureau of Marine Science since…
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