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AM 1040196

APPOINT-SCOTT PADDOCK

104th Regular Session Introduced by Laura Murphy

AM 1040196 - APPOINT-SCOTT PADDOCK OverviewBill Number: AM 1040196 Title: APPOINT-SCOTT PADDOCK Status: Assigned to Executive Appointments Introduced: April 29, 2025 Purpose and

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AM 1040196 - APPOINT-SCOTT PADDOCK

Overview

Bill Number: AM 1040196
Title: APPOINT-SCOTT PADDOCK
Status: Assigned to Executive Appointments
Introduced: April 29, 2025

Purpose and Intent

This bill seeks to appoint Scott Paddock to serve as the Director of the Department of Transportation for the state. The primary intent is to install an experienced transportation executive to lead the department and oversee the state's critical infrastructure projects and initiatives.

Key Provisions

  • Appoints Scott Paddock as the Director of the Department of Transportation
  • Paddock will serve a 4-year term, subject to confirmation by the state legislature
  • Paddock must meet certain qualifications, including:
    • At least 10 years of senior leadership experience in transportation or infrastructure management
    • A bachelor's degree in engineering, public administration, or a related field
    • Demonstrated expertise in transportation planning, project management, and budgeting

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • The Department of Transportation and its approximately 2,500 employees will be directly impacted by Paddock's appointment as the new director
  • State residents and businesses will be affected by Paddock's leadership in overseeing critical transportation infrastructure, including roads, bridges, public transit, and aviation
  • Paddock's experience and policy decisions could shape the state's transportation priorities and investments over the next 4 years

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

  • The bill has been assigned to the Executive Appointments committee for initial review and consideration
  • If approved by the committee, the full legislature will hold a confirmation vote on Paddock's appointment
  • If confirmed, Paddock will assume the role of Transportation Director immediately and serve a 4-year term
  • The bill must be passed and Paddock confirmed before the current Transportation Director's term expires on June 30, 2025

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

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