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SN 19

Hunter Lloyd Fordice, Vicksburg, Mississippi, State Board of Contractors as a Road Contractor representative, five year term beginning July 1, 2024 and ending June 30, 2029.

2025 Regular Session

Confirms Hunter Lloyd Fordice's five-year appointment to Mississippi's State Board of Contractors representing road contractors, effective July 1, 2024.

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Bill Summary · SN 19

Legislative bill overview

This bill confirms the appointment of Hunter Lloyd Fordice from Vicksburg, Mississippi to the State Board of Contractors, representing road contractors for a five-year term from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2029. The appointment has already been confirmed by the legislature as of April 1, 2025, and notification of approval was issued on April 2, 2025.

Why is this important

The State Board of Contractors regulates and oversees contractor licensing, standards, and disciplinary matters in Mississippi. Board appointments directly influence how the construction and road contracting industries are regulated and what standards contractors must meet. This specific seat ensures road contractor perspectives are represented in regulatory decisions affecting that sector.

Potential points of contention

  • Industry self-regulation concerns: Road contractors sitting on a regulatory board that oversees their own industry may create perception or actual conflicts of interest regarding enforcement decisions
  • Representation gaps: The bill specifies one road contractor seat but doesn't clarify how many total board seats exist or whether all construction sectors have equivalent representation
  • Limited transparency: No information provided about the nominee's qualifications, prior experience, or how he was selected for this specific appointment

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

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