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AM 1040030

APPOINT-CAROLYN DOHERTY

104th Regular Session Introduced by Laura Murphy

Confirms Carolyn Doherty to an executive-branch post; Senate consent (57-0) finalizes appointment, ensuring leadership continuity.

Appointment Confirmed
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Bill Summary · AM 1040030

AM 1040030 – APPOINT-CAROLYN DOHERTY

Overview

AM 1040030 is an appointment bill whose primary function is to confirm the appointment of Carolyn Doherty to an executive-branch position. The bill has completed the confirmation process and its status is listed as “Appointment Confirmed.” The sponsor is Senator Laura M. Murphy (primary).

Purpose and Intent

  • Purpose: To formalize and approve the appointment of Carolyn Doherty to an executive-branch role.
  • Intent: Ensure continuity of leadership within the relevant executive office by securing Senate confirmation of the appointee.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • The bill does not appear to alter statutes, create new programs, or authorize funding. Rather, it serves to certify and confirm an executive appointment.
  • The action taken aligns with the Senate’s standard process for Executive Appointments, culminating in a confirmation (consent) vote.

Timeline and Procedural History

  • January 28, 2025: Bill introduced and received by the Senate; assigned to Executive Appointments.
  • January 28, 2025: Received by the Senate and assigned to the Executive Appointments committee (Sen. Laura M. Murphy involved as sponsor).
  • May 1, 2025: Recommends Do Consent on Executive Appointments; committee vote noted as 006-000-000.
  • May 1, 2025: Placed on Calendar Order of Executive Appointments for May 6, 2025.
  • May 30, 2025: Do Consent Passed with a 57-0-0 vote.
  • May 30, 2025: Appointment Confirmed.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Primary beneficiary: Carolyn Doherty, as the appointed executive-branch appointee.
  • Governing body: The Senate (Executive Appointments process) confirms the appointment; the action results in formal confirmation and placement into the role.
  • Potential broader impact: Administrative continuity and leadership within the relevant executive office. No new statutory authorities or financial appropriations are indicated by the bill itself.

Sponsor

  • Primary Sponsor: Senator Laura M. Murphy

Additional Notes

  • The unanimous consent vote (57-0-0) suggests broad bipartisan support for the appointment.
  • Specific duties, term length, or the exact agency/office to which Carolyn Doherty is appointed are not detailed in the information provided.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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