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AM 1040064

APPOINT-JANETTE MARIE

104th Regular Session Introduced by Laura Murphy

Senate confirms Janette Marie's appointment to Illinois Valley Regional Port District Board through expedited consent process with unanimous 59-0 vote.

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Bill Summary · AM 1040064

Legislative bill overview

Bill AM 1040064 appoints Janette Marie to the Illinois Valley Regional Port District Board. This is a gubernatorial appointment requiring Senate confirmation through the consent calendar process, a streamlined procedure for non-controversial positions.

Why is this important

Board appointments fill decision-making roles in state agencies and authorities that oversee significant public functions—in this case, port district operations affecting regional infrastructure and economic development. The consent calendar process reflects Senate leadership's determination that this appointment warrants no floor debate or individual scrutiny.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of public information: The bill text provides no biographical details, qualifications, or background on the appointee, making independent evaluation of her fitness for the position impossible from available records
  • Consent calendar bypass: Grouping 40+ appointments together for mass confirmation limits individual legislative review and constituent awareness compared to standard appointment procedures
  • Port district authority scope: Regional port district boards control infrastructure investments and economic incentives; confirmation of board members typically receives minimal public attention despite their regulatory power

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

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