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SN 63

Rita Theresa Wray, --, Mississippi, Public Procurement Review Board, four year term effective July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2029.

2026 Regular Session

Bill confirms Rita Theresa Wray's four-year appointment to Mississippi's Public Procurement Review Board, overseeing state government contracts and procurement disputes from 2025-2029.

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Bill Summary · SN 63

Legislative bill overview

Bill SN 63 appoints Rita Theresa Wray to the Mississippi Public Procurement Review Board for a four-year term beginning July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2029. This is a routine gubernatorial appointment requiring legislative confirmation.

Why is this important

The Public Procurement Review Board oversees government contracting processes and disputes, making board members responsible for ensuring fair, transparent, and lawful public spending. Appointments to this board directly influence how Mississippi manages billions in taxpayer dollars across state contracts.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of publicly available background information – The bill provides no details on Wray's qualifications, experience, or expertise in procurement law or government contracting
  • Timing concerns – The term was set to begin July 1, 2025, but the bill was referred to committee on January 7, 2026, raising questions about retroactive confirmation or implementation delays
  • Limited transparency – Senate appointments of this type often receive minimal public scrutiny compared to executive branch positions, potentially limiting constituent input

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

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