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Senate committee hears support and local housing concerns at Janet U. Maritita confirmation hearing
Summary
The Senate standing committee on Executive Appointments on Jan. 28 heard support for Janet U. Maritita’s nomination to the Northern Marianas Housing Corporation board and a sustained discussion about affordable housing programs, LIHTC credits, voucher wait lists and requests for HUD extensions.
Janet U. Maritita, nominated by Governor David M. Apatang and Lieutenant Governor Dennis Mendiola to serve on the Northern Marianas Housing Corporation (NMHC) board representing the 3rd Senatorial District and the private sector, appeared Jan. 28 before the Senate standing committee on Executive Appointments and Government Investigations for a public hearing.
Jean Paul B. Regis, special assistant to the governor, introduced Maritita and urged the committee’s "expeditious approval," describing her as a public-sector executive and former legislator with "more than 30 years of exemplary service" (Jean Paul B. Regis). Maritita told the committee she believes "safe, affordable, and sustainable housing is essential to the stability and growth of our small island communities" and pledged to "work collaboratively with fellow board members, the staff, and other stakeholders" if confirmed (Janet Uzoa Maritita).
NMHC Board Chair Marcy M. Tomakani and Acting Corporate Director Jesse Palacios testified in support of the nomination. Tomakani cited Maritita’s legislative and executive…
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