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SN 53

Joshua Charles (Josh) Raggio, Raymond, Mississippi, Board of Trustees of the Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund, remainder of a four year term effective upon confirmation and ending June 30, 2026.

2026 Regular Session

Confirms Joshua Raggio to Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund Board through June 30, 2026, determining conservation fund allocation priorities.

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Bill Summary · SN 53

Legislative bill overview

This bill appoints Joshua Charles Raggio of Raymond, Mississippi to the Board of Trustees of the Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund for the remainder of a four-year term, running from confirmation through June 30, 2026. The appointment was confirmed by the legislature on March 25, 2026, and officially approved on March 26, 2026.

Why is this important

The Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund oversees management of public natural resources and conservation funding. Board appointments determine how these funds are allocated and what conservation priorities are pursued. The trustee role carries responsibility for decisions affecting Mississippi's wildlife, fisheries, parks, and outdoor recreation infrastructure.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of public information: The bill provides no details about Raggio's qualifications, background, relevant experience, or why he was selected for this position
  • Abbreviated term: The appointment fills only the remainder of a four-year term (approximately 3 months based on dates), limiting the appointee's ability to implement long-term initiatives
  • Limited legislative scrutiny record: The referral to the Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks committee appears to have been expedited, with confirmation occurring within two months of referral

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

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