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Dr. Michael Andrew (Mike) Thompson, Holly Springs, Mississippi, MS BD of Animal Health as the beef cattle breeder and producer representative, remainder of a four year term effective February 15, 2025 and ending July 31, 2025, vice Dr. Betsy Lipscomb.

2025 Regular Session

Appoints Dr. Michael Thompson as the beef cattle breeder/producer representative on the Mississippi Board of Animal Health for the remainder of a four-year term.

Notified of Approval
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Bill Summary · SN 85

Summary of SN 85 — Nomination to the Mississippi Board of Animal Health

Overview

SN 85 nominates Dr. Michael Andrew (Mike) Thompson of Holly Springs, MS, to serve as the beef cattle breeder and producer representative on the Mississippi Board of Animal Health. The appointment fills the existing vacancy created by Dr. Betsy Lipscomb. The term runs for the remainder of a four-year term, effective February 15, 2025 and ending July 31, 2025. The bill is classified as a nomination and falls under the Agriculture subject area.

Purpose and Intent

  • To appoint a replacement beef cattle breeder/producer representative on the Mississippi Board of Animal Health.
  • To ensure continued industry representation for beef cattle within the state’s animal health governance structure.
  • To fill the vacancy left by Dr. Betsy Lipscomb and maintain the board’s balance of stakeholder perspectives.

Nominee Details

  • Name: Dr. Michael Andrew (Mike) Thompson
  • Residence: Holly Springs, Mississippi
  • Role: Beeff cattle breeder and producer representative on the MS Board of Animal Health
  • Term: Remainder of a four-year term, from February 15, 2025 to July 31, 2025
  • Replaces: Dr. Betsy Lipscomb

Board Context and Role (General)

  • The Mississippi Board of Animal Health oversees state-level animal health policies, disease surveillance, regulatory compliance, and related programs affecting livestock and animal industries. Representation from beef cattle breeders/producers is one of the board’s designated sectors.

Term and Timeline

  • Referred to Agriculture: February 18, 2025
  • Do Advise and Consent: March 12, 2025
  • Appointment Confirmed: March 18, 2025
  • Notified of Approval: March 19, 2025
  • Effective term: February 15, 2025 – July 31, 2025 (short remainder of a four-year term)

Procedural Notes

  • This nomination follows the standard process requiring Senate Advice and Consent for appointments to the MS Board of Animal Health.
  • The sequence shows a typical confirmation path: referral → advisory consent → confirmation → approval notification.

Potential Impact

  • Provides beef cattle breeders and producers with continued representation on the Board, informing decisions on animal health policy, disease prevention, and regulatory matters that affect the beef industry.
  • Could influence prioritization of issues relevant to beef cattle producers in state programs and oversight.
  • Given the term ends mid-2025, the appointment may set the stage for a longer-term nomination or reappointment process depending on subsequent legislative action.

Affected Parties

  • Beef cattle breeders and producers in Mississippi
  • Mississippi Board of Animal Health stakeholders
  • Beef industry groups and veterinarians serving or advising beef cattle interests

If you’d like, I can add a brief note on the board’s typical duties or compare this nomination to prior appointments for context.

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

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