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SN 87

Dr. Carlos Alberto Latorre, Vicksburg, Mississippi, MS State Board of Medical Licensure to represent the First Supreme Court District, remainder of a six year term effective September 16, 2025 and ending June 30, 2030, vice Dr. Tom Joiner.

2026 Regular Session

Appoints Dr. Carlos Alberto Latorre to Mississippi's State Board of Medical Licensure for the First District through 2030, replacing Dr. Tom Joiner.

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Bill Summary · SN 87

Legislative bill overview

Bill SN 87 appoints Dr. Carlos Alberto Latorre from Vicksburg, Mississippi to the State Board of Medical Licensure, representing the First Supreme Court District. He would serve the remainder of a six-year term from September 16, 2025 through June 30, 2030, replacing Dr. Tom Joiner.

Why is this important

The State Board of Medical Licensure regulates physician licensing, discipline, and standards of practice in Mississippi. Board appointments directly influence medical licensing standards, disciplinary actions, and healthcare quality oversight in the state. This appointment fills an important vacancy on a regulatory body that affects patient safety and medical professional standards.

Potential points of contention

  • Qualifications and background: Limited public information provided about Dr. Latorre's specific credentials, experience on medical boards, or qualifications relative to other candidates
  • Representation equity: The appointment replaces a previous board member, raising questions about whether the selection process was competitive and transparent
  • Board composition: No details on whether this appointment creates desired diversity (specialty expertise, geographic representation, demographic balance) on the board

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

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