Jefferson City, Mo. – On Tuesday, the Senate Gubernatorial Appointments Committee vetted the appointments of several key positions in state government.
Doctor Randall Williams was chosen to lead Missouri’s Department of Health and Senior Services. Members of the committee discussed the state of health care, water quality and more with Dr. Williams.
The Missouri Highway Patrol’s first-ever female superintendent took questions from the committee as well. Lieutenant Col. Sandra Karsten promised the committee she would continue to work diligently to boost recruitment in the patrol and continue to put the people of Missouri first. Both appointees must still have their nominations confirmed by the Senate.
Missouri has more than 200 public boards and commissions. From advocating on behalf of our children and seniors, to managing our universities, the citizens who serve on these boards and commissions are essential to the numerous functions of state government.
During the 2015 legislative session, the Senate approved nearly 100 of the governor’s appointees to serve on one of Missouri’s more than 200 public boards and commissions.
Once the governor has made an appointment to a board or commission, the appointee answers questions before the Senate’s 11-member Gubernatorial Appointments Committee. After the committee gives preliminary confirmation to the appointee, the matter goes before the Senate for final confirmation.
If you are interested in serving our state, go to the Missouri Boards and Commissions website at www.boards.mo.gov, find a board or position you are interested in, and submit an application to the governor’s office. It is important to encourage those who you believe would provide valuable service to the state to do the same.
Its critical Missouri citizens find opportunities to volunteer, the governor makes timely appointments and the Senate ensures those appointed individuals are qualified for the position before granting final approval.
For more information about the Missouri Capitol or the Missouri Senate, please visit the Missouri Senate’s website at www.senate.mo.gov.