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Tony Carroll, a reappointed contractor board chair, tells senators board supports education and licensing access
Summary
Tony Carroll, a reappointment to the Mississippi Board of Contractors, told the committee the board seeks to increase licensing through education and outreach, citing support for Build Mississippi and college programs and noting about 6,000 students are in high-school programs that feed the trades.
Tony Carroll appeared before the committee as a reappointment to the Mississippi Board of Contractors and reviewed his background as a general contractor since 1987 and his service as the board’s chair. Carroll described the board’s role in licensing, reviewing license applications, and disciplining contractors who do not meet standards.
Senators questioned Carroll about difficulty finding licensed contractors in rural counties and whether the board has programs to increase licensing. Carroll said the board tries to make licensing accessible, helps applicants overcome hurdles such as testing and financial requirements, allows retesting, and supports education programs. He emphasized the board’s financial support for Build Mississippi and cited college training programs at Mississippi State and the University of Southern Mississippi; he said roughly 6,000 high-school students are currently in related programs.
Senator McMahon and others endorsed Carroll’s experience and the committee moved to "advise and consent," reporting his nomination to the full Senate.
