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SN 69

David Shane Livingston, Bogue Chitto, Mississippi, Appeals Board of the Mississippi Transportation Commission, remainder of a four year term effective February 3, 2025 and ending June 30, 2028, vice David Wansley.

2025 Regular Session

Nomination of David Shane Livingston to fill David Wansley's vacancy on the Mississippi Transportation Commission Appeals Board for Feb 3, 2025–Jun 30, 2028, ensuring continuity.

Notified of Approval
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Bill Summary · SN 69

Summary of SN 69 — David Shane Livingston nomination to the Appeals Board of the Mississippi Transportation Commission

Overview

SN 69 nominates David Shane Livingston of Bogue Chitto, Mississippi, to serve on the Appeals Board of the Mississippi Transportation Commission. The appointment fills the vacancy left by David Wansley. The term is the remainder of a four-year term, beginning February 3, 2025 and ending June 30, 2028. The bill is classified as a nomination within the Highways and Transportation subject area.

Purpose and scope

  • Purpose: To appoint and confirm David Shane Livingston to the Mississippi Transportation Commission’s Appeals Board, replacing David Wansley.
  • Scope: The nomination concerns governance and decision-making related to highway and transportation matters handled by the Appeals Board under the Mississippi Transportation Commission.

Term Details

  • Term length: Remaining portion of a four-year term.
  • Start date: February 3, 2025.
  • End date: June 30, 2028.
  • Vacancy filled: Replaces David Wansley on the Appeals Board.

Confirmation process and timeline

  • Referred to committee: February 5, 2025 (Highways and Transportation).
  • Do Advise and Consent: March 26, 2025 (Senate or relevant body’s advise-and-consent stage).
  • Appointment Confirmed: April 1, 2025.
  • Notified of Approval: April 2, 2025.
  • Status as of now: Notified of Approval (finalization of the nomination process).

Affected parties

  • Nominee: David Shane Livingston (Bogue Chitto, MS).
  • Current/preceding appointee: David Wansley (vacancy being filled).
  • Affected entity: Appeals Board of the Mississippi Transportation Commission.
  • Broader impact: Governing body for certain appeals within state highways and transportation administration; the appointment supports continuity and governance of the board’s functions.

Potential impact

  • Operational continuity: Fills a vacancy, ensuring the Appeals Board can fulfill its duties without interruption.
  • Governance: Adds a new member to the Appeals Board, potentially influencing decisions on appeals related to transportation matters.
  • Timeline stability: The term limits establish a defined period of service, contributing to long-range planning and board oversight.

Notes

  • This summary reflects the information available from the bill’s record: nomination to fill a vacancy, term dates, and the formal confirmation sequence (referred, advised and consented, appointed, approved).

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

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