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SR 11

RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF CAROLYN L. RUSSELL OF EAST HAMPTON TO BE A MEMBER OF THE MILK REGULATION BOARD.

2024 Regular Session

Connecticut Senate confirmed Carolyn L. Russell to the Milk Regulation Board, a state agency overseeing dairy industry standards and market conditions.

ADOPTED, SENATE
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Bill Summary · SR 11

Legislative bill overview

This is a Senate resolution confirming Carolyn L. Russell of East Hampton to a seat on Connecticut's Milk Regulation Board. The nomination was referred to committee in February 2024, received a favorable report in April, and was adopted by the Senate on April 10, 2024.

Why is this important

The Milk Regulation Board oversees dairy industry standards, pricing, and market conditions in Connecticut. Board appointments ensure regulatory continuity and require legislative confirmation to maintain democratic accountability over state agencies affecting agricultural producers and consumers.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information available about Russell's qualifications, experience in dairy regulation, or potential conflicts of interest
  • No details on whether this seat represents a particular geographic region, industry segment, or stakeholder group
  • The brief timeline between public hearing (March 28) and favorable report (April 2) may raise questions about thoroughness of vetting

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

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