APPOINT-ROBERT W. PORTER

104th Regular Session Introduced by Laura Murphy

Appoints Robert W. Porter to a state executive position, subject to Senate confirmation through the Executive Appointments process.

Placed on Calendar Order of Executive Appointments May 12, 2026

Overview

AM 1040290 is an appointment bill introduced on October 14, 2025, with the official title “APPOINT-ROBERT W. PORTER.” The measure is classified as an appointment and has been assigned to the Executive Appointments committee. The sponsor listed is Sen. Laura M. Murphy (primary). On the same day, the bill was received by the Senate and assigned to the Executive Appointments committee.

Purpose and Intent

The bill’s primary purpose appears to be to formally designate the appointment of Robert W. Porter to a specific executive position within a state agency, board, or commission.

As an Executive Appointments item, the proposal is likely intended to prompt Senate consideration and confirmation of the appointment pursuant to applicable constitutional or statutory procedures.

The exact position, term length, duties, qualifications, and compensation are not specified in the available summary data.

Key Provisions and Changes (What the bill would do)

Appoint Robert W. Porter to a named executive position (details about the position are not provided in the available information).

Subject to the typical Executive Appointments process, including potential hearings, vetting, and a confirmation vote by the Senate.

Any position-specific terms, duties, qualifications, and termination provisions would normally be enumerated in the bill text; this information is not present in the given summary.

Note: Because the text of the bill is not provided here, the precise provisions (e.g., the appointing authority, the exact title, term length, duties, and compensation) cannot be stated with certainty. The following elements are commonly seen in such measures and would be expected to appear if included:
- Identification of the appointing authority (e.g., Governor or other certifying body)
- Term of office and conditions for reappointment
- Description of duties and scope of authority
- Qualifications and disqualifications
- Reporting requirements and oversight

Affected Parties

Robert W. Porter (appointee)

The executive branch agency, board, or commission to which Porter would be appointed

The Governor (appointing authority, if applicable)

The Senate, via the Executive Appointments process (for confirmation and oversight)

The general public, depending on the role of the appointed position (e.g., regulatory or advisory functions)

Procedural Timeline and Next Steps

Introduced: October 14, 2025

Senate action: Received by the Senate and assigned to Executive Appointments on October 14, 2025

Next steps (typical): Senate committee hearings on the appointment, a committee vote, and a floor vote for confirmation; potential follow-up confirmations or reappointments as required by law

Tracking note: Access to the full bill text would clarify the position title, term, and any special conditions or qualifications

Additional Considerations

For a complete understanding, review the full bill text to identify the exact office, term length, duties, compensation, and any conditions attached to the appointment.

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